Pierre Lefebvre - Groupe Limagrain - France

July 2002

What impact has the European Union had on the way the French and European seed industry and seed companies operate?
Well, I believe we all witness the beneficial impact of the European Union, which has opened new perspectives and opportunities  for development by creating a large area of free trade, where all rules are the same and the flow of goods is unimpeded.

The forthcoming expansion of the European Union should again create further opportunies, even though it is unlikely to be free from difficulties.

Overall, the European evolution is decidely positive. One of the main problems remains the fact that, as regulations are harmonized between member countries, it is often the strictest regulations that prevail. Understandably, this can make it quite a bit more difficult to operate.

 Nevertheless, this evolution towards an ever larger free trade zone is being welcomed by French and European seed companies.

 

 

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