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EU's €39 Billion Farm Subsidies Favor Meat Over Plants

2/19/2026

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In 2020, the EU allocated €39 billion to meat and dairy, far above €3.6 billion for fruits and vegetables.
The disparity stems from the Common Agricultural Policy, which favors animal agriculture.
Beef and lamb received €8 billion, 580 times more than legumes, and dairy received €16 billion, 554 times more than nuts.
Foodrise calls for reforms to support plant-based diets and a just transition in EU agriculture.

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In 2020, the EU allocated €39 billion to meat and dairy, far above €3.6 billion for fruits and vegetables.
The disparity stems from the Common Agricultural Policy, which favors animal agriculture.
Beef and lamb received €8 billion, 580 times more than legumes, and dairy received €16 billion, 554 times more than nuts.
Foodrise calls for reforms to support plant-based diets and a just transition in EU agriculture.