European Union: Call for Evidence - EU Strategy for Livestock

The European Commission (EC) has launched a Call for Evidence for an EU strategy for livestock, scheduled for Q2-2026. This initiative recognizes livestock as an essential component of the EU agricultural sector while addressing complex challenges including but not limited to declining herd numbers, low profitability, environmental concerns, and trade competition. The strategy aims to ensure the EU livestock sector is crisis resilient, globally competitive, and sustainable across all dimensions. Notably, the EC will assess the scope for possible alignment of imported products to EU production standards, including animal welfare requirements following an impact assessment and in compliance with international law. The Call for Evidence seeks input from stakeholders across the livestock value chain, Member States, and civil society on opportunities and solutions to existing challenges.