Further up the food chain

Article Abstract:

Several developments in the EU food industry are discussed. The region needs to save 200 million euros in refund expenditure on 'Non-Annex' or non-processed foods known as Non-Annex II products prior to the last treaty revision. British and Irish lamb continues to sell poorly in French due to a glut of locally produced product; buyers are able to dictate prices, forcing wholesale prices down to the level of pork. There are signs of an upturn in the EU dairy market, and the Euro currency is recovering despite potential future problems. Some expect a US stock mraket crash to accelerate the recent Euro recovery, possibly hurting the German economy.

Europe, Market information - general, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Commodity & service prices, Prices and rates

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One third of French products to be of controlled origin within ten years, says Vasseur

Article Abstract:

About 100,000-150,000 of France's agricultural producers have seen encouraging results from their involvement in controlled origina (AOC) schemes. The majorty of AOC producers are in the wine and dairy sectors, and the production of AOC cheese is expected to rise more than wine, as many traditional quality proudcers are awaiting the label following lengthy certification procedures.

Agriculture, Agricultural industry

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French food turnover rises

Article Abstract:

The French food industry generated turnover worth 122.4 billiion francs in 1998, making the nation the European market leader, with exports making up over 20 percent of the turnover. Wine is still the country's flagship export, followed by dairy products, sugar, water, soft drinks and biscuits. All products showed a general upturn.

France, Foreign trade, Product information

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