Austria is considering reducing the value-added tax (VAT) on fresh produce from 10% to 4.9%.
The Austrian Parliament is considering reducing the VAT on selected fruit and vegetable products from 10% to 4.9%. The Finance Committee approved the draft amendment on 12 May 2026, and it now

The Hungarian vegetable sector supports the proposed 5 per cent VAT reduction.
The Délalföldi Gardener Community (Délkertész) stated that it anticipates Hungary's proposed decrease in VAT on fruits and vegetables from 27 percent to 5 percent to be implemented starting on

Hungary plans to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on fruits and vegetables to 5%.
The incoming Agriculture Minister of Hungary, Szabolcs Bóna, has presented a reform program that includes policies on the food market, agriculture, drought management, and land ownership

Hungary is advocating for the implementation of reverse-charge Value Added Tax (VAT) in the trade of agricultural produce.
The reverse-charge VAT system could provide more effective stabilization for Hungary's fruit and vegetable sector than a VAT reduction, according to Sándor Nagypéter, president and CEO of the

Cyprus has announced that it will maintain a zero VAT rate on fresh produce until 2026.
Cyprus will maintain a 0% value-added tax rate on essential goods, such as fresh fruit and vegetables, throughout 2026. This decision was announced by the Tax Department following a decree issued

Kyrgyzstan has reduced the import value-added tax (VAT) on onions and allium vegetables.
The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has revised the list of goods subject to VAT based on a fixed tax base, highlighting items with potential risks. This update was made in response to input from

Domino's asks for forgiveness from the Vatican for serving pineapple pizza.
In a playful PR stunt, Domino's Pizza carried its controversial "Pizza Waikiki", the Hawaiian pizza topped with pineapple, through the Vatican's Porta Santa, hoping to cleanse it of its "culinary

German Fruit & Vegetable Congress: Extension of early bird discount until August 15th.
Afterwards, instead of the early bird price of 790 euros, the full price of 950 euros applies. However, savings can also be made by those who use the team ticket "4 for 3". In that case, the

The Fruit Trade Magazine wishes you a happy Father's Day and Ascension Day!
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The native passion fruit from Vattavada flourishes due to its high demand and cultivation at high altitudes.
The geo-climatic conditions in Vattavada, India, are conducive to the cultivation of various horticultural crops, including a local variety of passion fruit. This fruit is known for its orange

A study indicates that adjusting value-added tax (VAT) on food could enhance health outcomes and reduce emissions in the UK and EU.
A team spearheaded by the Oxford Martin School and the Environmental Change Institute has investigated the feasibility of modifying Value Added Taxes (VAT) to encourage healthier and more

Zero VAT rate is applied to essential fruits and vegetables according to the new tax decree.
The Tax Department has announced the implementation of a zero VAT rate on essential goods as specified in the Council of Ministers Decree (KDP 349/2024). The decree specifies that the zero-rate

Lidl Denmark: VAT reduction boosts sales of fruit and vegetables significantly
UK: Chairman of Spar wholesaler Capper & Co dies Spar has expressed its condolences following the passing of Bill Capper CBE, the chairman of wholesaler Capper & Co. He passed away on 11th

Lidl Denmark calls on the government to abolish the VAT on fruits and vegetables for better consumer health.
A reduction in value-added tax on fruits and vegetables will motivate customers to change their shopping habits towards healthier options. This is one of the conclusions of the report by the

Lidl is calling on the Danish government to eliminate VAT on fruits and vegetables.
Lidl Denmark has announced its support for reducing or eliminating value-added tax on sales of fresh fruit and vegetables, following a recent trial that reportedly led to a significant increase in

Latvia will maintain a 12% VAT on locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables.
Latvia's Minister of Agriculture, Armands Krauze, has announced that the VAT rate on fresh local fruits and vegetables will remain at 12%. In a recent interview with Latvian television, Krauze

Bulgaria set to limit import of agricultural products
In hopes of stimulating local production, Bulgarian Agriculture Minister Kiril Vatev intends to curb what he calls ‘excessive import of fruits and vegetables’. Almost 80% of the fruits and

Bulgaria takes action to boost local agriculture amidst high imports
Bulgaria aims to curb its heavy reliance on imported fruits and vegetables, constituting 80% of consumption, with Agriculture Minister Kiril Vatev announcing plans for a new law to regulate

Traders cease onion and potato supply due to VAT charges
A scarcity of potatoes and onions has gripped the Kathmandu Valley as traders cease their sale, citing the government's imposition of a value-added tax (VAT) on these essential agricultural

Auchan and Intermarché are joining forces to acquire Casino
Zero VAT on meat and veg in Cyprus The zero VAT rate on meat and vegetables, categorized under specific customs tariff codes, has come into effect in Cyprus. The eligible fresh or chilled

Carrefour: New partnership in the Czech Republic
Latvia: New Unity deputy requests 5% VAT rate to be kept for fruits and vegetables Andrejs Ceļapīters from New Unity political party, unlike the leaders of this Latvian ruling coalition party,

Sales growth slows for Asda and underperforms UK rivals
Latvian PM Siliņa: reduced VAT on produce will need EUR16mln In order to apply the reduced value-added tax (VAT) rate of 12% to fresh fruit and vegetables in Latvia next year, it will need

Latvian president to discuss agricultural situation with farmers
Representatives from major non-governmental agricultural organizations are meeting with President Egils Rinkēvičs today to discuss the situation in the industry. During the meeting, the impact

Ahold Delhaize has agreed to acquire 100% of Romanian grocery retailer Profi
Latvia: Coalition considering 12% VAT rate on fruit and veg The ruling coalition is considering applying a reduced value-added tax (VAT) rate of 12% on fruits, vegetables, and berries

Latvian Agriculture Minister Krauze plans to fight for reduced VAT on food
Agriculture Minister Armands Krauze has promised to fight for the reduced value-added tax rate not only for fruit and vegetables, which will be reimposed at the full 21% rate next year after five