From lowest price to strategic public procurement: a positive shift in the Commission's doctrine for agriculture
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From lowest price to strategic public procurement: a positive shift in the Commission's doctrine for agriculture

SAPO9 September 2026 at 13:39

The European Commission unveiled a proposal to reform the EU public procurement framework, representing a potential shift in how Europe uses public expenditure, particularly in the food sector. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to change public procurement mechanisms on the continent.

The proposal is particularly relevant for farmers and agricultural cooperatives, who could benefit directly from this reform. For these stakeholders, the change could represent a concrete pathway to strengthen Europe's strategic autonomy in the food domain.

The text indicates that the reform aims to ensure that public expenditure is used more strategically, aligning public procurement with European policy objectives. This approach reflects an attempt to maximize the impact of public investments in sectors considered strategic.

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