EU to Launch €4 Billion Livestock Strategy on July 7, Targeting Input Dependency Reduction

The European Commission is set to launch its Livestock Strategy on July 7 as part of a broader €4 billion (approximately $4.56 billion) initiative to strengthen the EU livestock sector. According to a draft plan, the strategy will focus on reducing reliance on imported meat inputs, exploring financial instruments to encourage investment, and reinforcing animal welfare standards.

The strategy aims to enhance the sector's resilience and reduce external dependencies. Final wording in the draft remains subject to changes before the official release next week.