Biomanufacturing Novel food Published 16 June 2026

Euroconsumers' response to the call for Evidence: Biotech Act II

Euroconsumers and its member organisations in Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Poland respond to the European Commission’s call for input on the upcoming Biotech Act II. Their research shows that consumers, worried about food prices, fragile supply chains and Europe’s competitiveness, see food production as the most important sector for EU strategic autonomy. Many struggle to afford protein products, yet show strong interest in trying alternative proteins if approved and available. Euroconsumers argues that a well-designed Biotech Act II can respond to these concerns while strengthening Europe’s biotech industry.

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