The latest agri-food trade report published by the European Commission shows that the value of EU's agri-food trade surplus rebounded to €4.4 billion. Exports rose in February 2025, while imports dropped slightly but remained significantly higher than in February 2024 due to elevated global prices.
EU agri-food exports reached €19.6 billion in February 2025, marking a 3% monthly increase and a 1.4% rise compared to February 2024. The United Kingdom remained the top destination, with a €322 million increase (+4%), driven by higher exports of cocoa, coffee products, and protein crops. Strong price increases for cocoa and coffee supported EU agri-food exports at the start of 2025. Cocoa-related products led the growth by €758 million (+52%), followed by confectionery (€329 million, +19%), and dairy (€158 million, +5%).
EU agri-food imports were €15.2 billion in February 2025, down 5% from January but still 15% higher above last year's levels due to high global prices, especially for cocoa and coffee. Imports from Côte d'Ivoire (€733 million, +73%), China (€447 million, +32%), Canada (€344 million, +80%), and Australia (€330 million, +149%) rose sharply, reflecting increased volumes and prices for key commodities. High prices for cocoa, coffee, fruit and nuts pushed EU import values higher in early 2025. Cocoa and coffee alone accounted for a €2.5 billion increase (+59%), while fruit and nuts added another €772 million (+20%).
More insights as well as detailed tables are available in the latest edition of the monthly EU agri-food trade report.
