The European processing industry for fruits, vegetables, and tomatoes is calling for stronger trade protection amid increasing pressure from imports. PROFEL, Tomato Europe, and AETMD are sounding the alarm about the rapidly intensifying pressure from imports on the European processing industry for fruits, vegetables, and tomatoes. A growing volume of products from third countries is entering the EU market under conditions that fail to ensure fair competition and do not guarantee an equivalent level of consumer health protection. Imports that do not comply with the EU's strict requirements on pesticide residues, food safety, and environmental and labor standards undermine the integrity of the Single Market and threaten Europe's food security. Therefore, the associations call on the European Commission to fully assume its responsibilities and take immediate and decisive action. European producers adhere to the strictest standards worldwide. However, they face increasing competition ...