On 30 March 2026, the EESC Permanent Group on Sustainable Food Systems (PG) will hold a public debate “Towards a sustainable EU Livestock Strategy”, with the aim to contribute to the European Commission’s upcoming EU Livestock Strategy.
Event in the framework of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU
Event type
Conference
Location
Centre for Social Activities and Welfare of the Municipality of Larnaca, Faneromenis 62
Larnaca
Cyprus
Registration for in-person participation is now closed. Streaming will be available on this page on the day of the event. Prior registration for the streaming is not required.
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