The article announces the opening of applications for the 2025 EU Organic Awards, with a total of 7 awards across 6 categories. The application deadline is 27 April, and the evaluation will occur in June, followed by the award ceremony on 23 September. Additionally, EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, Christophe Hansen, will visit Japan from 8-13 June with a business delegation to boost European agricultural exports and expand market presence in Japan.