Market projections for EU field crops until 2035

The European Commission's agricultural outlook for the period 2024-2035 anticipates a shift in the use of arable land, with a decrease in cereals and rapeseed cultivation in favor of soya, other oilseeds, and legumes due to reduced demand for cereals for animal feed and biofuels. There will also be an increase in the area dedicated to permanent crops, while permanent grassland and fallow land may remain stable. Cereal and oilseed yields are projected to rise slightly, thanks to advancements in precision agriculture, digitalization, and improved soil health, mitigating the effects of climate change, reduced agricultural input availability, and increased prices. The production of cereals, especially corn and barley, is expected to rise, while sugar production will decline due to a decrease in sugar beet yields and a shift towards low-sugar diets. Oilseed and protein crop production is forecasted to increase, with a significant growth in soybean production driven by EU policy and the demand for GMO-free products.