Data and Analysis

France’s agricultural biotechnology sector operates under strict regulations and faces significant public opposition, limiting its development despite growing discussions about agricultural innovation and food security driven by climate change and global challenges.

Turkey's cotton production for MY 2025/26 is forecast to decline, with estimates adjusted downward to 665,000 metric tons (MT) (3.05 million bales) due to economic and climate-related factors.

In marketing year (MY) 2024/25, favorable climatic conditions and abundant rainfall boosted avocado production to 240,000 metric tons (MT), a 60 percent increase from MY 2023/24. Post expects MY 2025/26 production to remain unchanged at 240,000 MT.

EU-27 sugar production in MY 2025/2026 is forecast to decline due to a reduction in sugar beet planting area, especially in Germany, France, and Poland, although yields are expected to be relatively good thanks to favorable growing conditions elsewhere.