agriculture

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ANALYSIS

WTO, the eternal dispute

Despite the World Trade Organisation’s aim to liberalise world trade, its efforts have been paralysed by the conflict between developing and industrialised countries.

by susanne wallenöffer // 12/12/05

What does the Irish YES mean for the Czech Republic?

In the follwing text I want to look at the result of the Irish referendum through its consequences on the process of EU enlargement, especially those that affect my country the Czech republic.

by václav nekvapil // 02/11/02

Let a hundred rebates bloom

Britain's EU tax rebate is unfair. But the problem is not that there are too many tax rebates, but not enough.

by roberto foa // 29/07/04

Organic farming in Europe in need of fertiliser

The principles of organic farming form an integral part of the movement towards sustainable development. Even though they are essential nowadays, not all the countries of the European Union are finding it easy to implement these principles

by sophie galharret // 11/04/05

ANALYSIS Sugar, with added protectionism

Sugar, with added protectionism

The much discussed sugar reform approved last 20 February by the European Council will be put into action on 1 July, despite the votes against it from Poland, Latvia and Greece. What will the consequences be?

by Marco Riciputi @ // 29/06/06 - 1 Comment

INTERVIEW “We need a new budget, but not at any price”

“We need a new budget, but not at any price”

MEP Reimer Böge, who recently presented his report on the Commission’s budgetary proposal for the period 2007-2013, speaks to café babel about his views on the much-contested document.

by daan peters // 13/06/05

ANALYSIS Euromed, an economic failure?

Euromed, an economic failure?

With falling levels of trade and the persistence of protectionist policies, it seems that the Southern Mediterranean countries have not really benefited from their partnership with the EU.

by kevin byrne // 28/11/05 - 1 Vote

PORTRAIT Lukashenko, the people’s president

Lukashenko, the people’s president

Alexander Lukashenko is a man with a passion for sport and farming has been described as both the last dictator in Europe and a man of the people. So which is true?

by corina gafner // 13/03/06 - 1 Comment

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ANALYSIS Peanuts

Peanuts

The great debate about the EU budget is underway. But what’s it all about? Alice Desthuilliers provides a guide to the EU's revenue and expenditure.

by alice desthuilliers // 13/06/05

The Economy: Those Unfinished Reforms

The CAP has caused nothing but grief and the Lisbon Strategy is finding it difficult to get going. Nevertheless, it is also true that…

by marco arnone // 02/06/04

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It's Not All Bad News From Greece

By Jeffrey Andreoni, Ameripean / Eurican Digital Journalist, an independent thinker, writer and social interrupter based in Athens. Athens - Despite the crisis in Greece, there are a plethora of sustainable, ecological and ethical initiatives being offered throughout the country. Already in Athens the alternative economy is starting to catch on. People ...

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“Europe at a crossroads”. After the EU Summit, a lesson from the past

By Cristina Mariani “The debilitating effects of two bloody wars and the weakening of Europe's position in the world brought a growing realisation that only peace and concerted action could make the dream of a strong, unified Europe come true. … A start was made with a coal and steel ...

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Young Greeks NOT Adrift

By Par Maryse Williquet Translated by Danica Jorden It all started 6 December 2008, when Alexis was killed by the police in the Exarchia neighbourhood in the heart of Athens. That was partly what really set off the social mobilisation of young Greeks. But in addition to this tragic event ...

Dominique by Dominique on bruxelles

Hemp for Sustainable Agriculture

By Désirée Ketabchi translated by Danica Jorden The use of hemp in the Belgian agricultural industry has been legal since May 2011. Many products can be made from hemp: plastic, clothing, construction materials, tea, biscuits, oil, beer and others. The reason it has been illegal rests in the confusion often ...

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G-20 SUMMIT: NO NEWS, BAD NEWS

Par Cristina Mariani Little more than a week has gone by since the last Eurozone summit held in Brussels, when the Heads of the Euro States stayed awake until four in the morning to both politically and technically agree upon a deal to save the Euro. Then, only few days ...

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