The European GI community gathered in Brussels on 25 and 26 June for a major conference that brought together more than 200 stakeholders - producers, European and national policymakers, regional authorities and researchers - from across the EU. Organised by oriGIn EU, EFOW, and AREPO, in the framework of the GI SMART project, the event provided a platform for vibrant discussions on the current state and future prospects of Geographical Indications (GIs) in the EU.

EFOW, the European Federation of Origin Wines, took part in today's meeting of the European Parliament's Wine Intergroup, held at the Committee of the Regions. The session was dedicated to the European Commission's newly proposed wine reform package and featured a key address by Commissioner Hansen, who presented the Commission's vision for supporting the EU wine sector in the face of growing challenges.

The European Federation of Origin Wines (EFOW) strongly regrets the United States' decision to impose an additional 20% tariff on EU wines. This decision marks a significant setback for the EU wine sector, jeopardising its largest export market in both value and volume.

EFOW, the European Federation of Origin Wines, welcomes the European Commission's prompt response to the recommendations adopted by the High Level Group (HLG) on Wine on 17 December 2024. EFOW expresses its gratitude to Commissioner Hansen for his leadership in delivering a dedicated wine package to respond to the urgent needs and priorities of the sector.

EFOW, the Brussels-based organisation representing Geographical Indication (GI) wines, has taken part in the European Commission’s public consultation on the list of products that could be subject to retaliatory measures in response to US tariffs on steel and aluminium.

EFOW, the European Federation of Origin Wines, warmly welcomes the renewal of the Wine, Spirits, and Quality Foodstuff Intergroup. 

EFOW, the European Federation of Origin Wines (www.efow.eu) would like to thank the European Commission for the establishment of the High-Level Group (HLG) on wine and for its collaborative approach to addressing challenges in the wine sector.

Brussels, 11 September 2024 - EFOW, the European Federation of Origin Wines, the organisation representing Geographical Indication (GI) wines, presented its' proposals for a more competitive and resilient wine sector during the first meeting of the High-Level Group on Wine Policy set up by the European Commission.