Cafeaua și citricele s-ar putea scumpi enorm în UE: reguli noi pentru pesticide

The European Union's potential stricter pesticide regulations could significantly raise breakfast prices for consumers, particularly affecting coffee, citrus fruits, and berries. A worst-case scenario suggests coffee prices might soar by 332% if non-EU farmers do not adapt to new standards. However, if producers adjust their practices, the price impact could be minimal. The analysis by the Joint Research Centre indicates that agricultural imports could drop by 41% under extreme conditions, but adaptation could limit this decrease to as low as 0.4%. The proposed measures aim to prevent dangerous pesticides from entering the EU market through imports, with varying effects expected across different products and countries. The final impact on prices will depend on the specific regulations and how external suppliers respond.