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Primary Food Processors @PFPEurope

PFP is the association for the European primary food processing industry to the European institutions and international organisations.

Joined July 2019
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Primary food processors supports 140,000 direct jobs and nearly 1.2M farm-level jobs across the EU. Often overlooked, the sector links farmers to the food system and drives rural economies far beyond factory walls - from cereals and oilseeds to potatoes and sugar beet 🌾
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In 2024 the primary food processing industry in the EU included about 3,100 companies – down from around 4,000 in 2015 🏭 This drop shows ongoing consolidation: fewer companies, but steady production value 📉➡️📈 👉 Check out our factsheet: bit.ly/4sfmbTR
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The total production value of the primary food processing industry hit €78bn in 2023 💶📈 the highest in 10 years! That’s 7% of the entire food processing sector’s value. Even as global markets shift, our sector remains a strong engine for Europe’s economy ⚙️🌍
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EU primary food processors turn raw harvests into essential products🌱🏭 In 2024 the sector processed close to 250 million tonnes of raw agricultural inputs – that’s over 550 kg per EU inhabitant 🧑‍🌾 👉 For more info, check out our factsheet: bit.ly/4sfmbTR
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We’re pleased to share our latest factsheet showing how our industry connects the farm to your table 🚜🍽️ Each year, our members process nearly 250 million tonnes of raw materials — over 550 kg per EU citizen. 📄Check out the full factsheet here: pfp-eu.org/wp-content/upload…
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The Industrial Accelerator Act is one week away! ⏳ PFP call for support to decarbonise while staying competitive. Key drivers: ⚡ electrification, ♻️ residue valorisation, 💶 accessible funding. Make our sectors strategic for EU food security. 📄 Read our statement 👇
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Primary Food Processors welcomes the vote in the EU Parliament’s ENVI Committee in favour of adopting the provisional agreement on plants produced by certain New Genomic Techniques (NGTs). This marks an important step towards bringing modern plant breeding tools to the EU🌿👏
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Europe’s primary food processors are ready to lead but we need the right framework to keep investing, innovating and delivering sustainable, secure food systems. 📘 For more info, read the Wageningen study 👉 bit.ly/4kTOjbp #EUpolicy #Agrifood
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🌿How do primary food processors drive the bioeconomy? From plant-based proteins 🥦 to bioplastics 🧪, climate-smart farming 💧, digital traceability 💻 & new global markets 🌐, the sector is transforming the EU #AgriFood landscape. For more info 👉 bit.ly/4kTOjbp
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📢 Primary food processors support 140K direct jobs & 1.2 million indirect jobs across Europe! 🌾 From farmers to food factories, they power the EU food system & economy 💪 #AgriFood #Jobs #PrimaryProcessing #EUFoodSystem © Photo courtesy of Cosun Beet Company
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Primary food processors are the backbone of EU food supply 💪 ⚙️ Driving efficiency, innovation & flexibility 🌍 Local sourcing & sustainable practices ✅ Top-notch food safety & quality ♻️ Leading the way in circular economy & zero waste #FoodProcessing #Sustainability
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EU food processing is changing 🏭 📉 Companies: ~4,000 (2015) → ~3,100 (2024) 🥖 Flour milling: SMEs closing, top 12 = 39% capacity 🌱 Veg protein: booming with plant-based innovation ⚖️ Fewer firms, more innovation.
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📢 Giovanni Tamburini, CEFS President & VP of Italia Zuccheri – COPROB, will represent Primary Food Processors at the 11th EU Conference on EAFRD Financial Instruments 🇪🇺🌍 📅 9 Oct 2025 | 📍 Milan 🔗 Info & registration: bit.ly/42jlca8
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🚜 In 2024 EU primary food processors handled nearly 250 million tonnes of raw agri materials – that’s 550 kg per EU inhabitant! Top players: sugar beet (110.7M tonnes) & oilseeds (50.6M tonnes). 🔖For more info: bit.ly/4kTOjbp #Agriculture #FoodProcessing #EUIndustry
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🆕 New study out: why primary food processing matters more than ever? Wageningen’s 2015 landmark study highlighted its value. Now, 10 years later, PFP updates the facts to reflect new challenges 🔄 Read it here 👉 bit.ly/4kTOjbp #PrimaryProcessing #EUAgri
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🚨 One last chance to register for the EU Primary Food Processors Annual Forum, taking place tomorrow, 29 April at 15:00! 👉register here: lnkd.in/dSQ-DmRz Looking forward to welcoming you!
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PFP needs supportive policies to thrive!📢 Our forum "From Field to Market" on April 29th will bring together leaders & policymakers to advocate for PFP's unique needs. Share your views! Register here: pfp-eu.org/ #PFPForum2025 #EUIndustry
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PFP faces real challenges. But the #EUVision and #CleanIndustrialDeal also offer opportunities! PFP Forum on April 29th will explore challenges, opportunities & solutions to continue shaping the future of #EUAgriFood. Register now 👉 pfp-eu.org/ #PFPForum2025
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📅 Join us on 29 April for the #PFPForum2025: “From Field to Market: Unlocking the Competitive Edge of Primary Food Processing” 🌾🚜 Discover key challenges & opportunities for the future of EU agri-food! 👉 Register now: lnkd.in/dSQ-DmRz #EUAgriFood #EUFoodSecurity
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Innovation is key to the future of EU #food! PFP urges a dedicated #EUFoodInvestment & Resilience Plan to boost #ResearchAndDevelopment. We need accessible technologies, a strong #Bioeconomy & a supportive regulatory framework to stay competitive. #EUcompetitiveness
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