What is driving Europe’s non-GM market in 2026?
The latest Non-GM Market Report, published by Donau Soja in cooperation with ENGA and ProTerra Foundation, provides key insights into the evolving European market for soya, maize and rapeseed.
Across all three crops, the report highlights a market environment that remains stable overall, yet increasingly dynamic in its underlying structures.
Supply volumes continue to be broadly stable, but shifting import patterns – particularly from Ukraine and India – are reshaping established trade flows. At the same time, global market conditions are putting pressure on prices. Record harvests and ample supply have led to declining price levels, with soya in the EU reaching a five-year low.
Despite these short-term developments, the long-term outlook remains positive. EU soya production is expected to grow, supported by policy frameworks and increasing demand for plant-based protein. This underlines the strategic relevance of regional production for Europe’s protein transition.
At the same time, sourcing is becoming more complex. Tighter availability in non-GM maize and evolving rapeseed trade flows highlight the need for diversified and reliable supply chains.
For stakeholders across the value chain, this leads to a clear conclusion: strengthening resilience in the non-GM sector will require a strategic approach to sourcing, continued investment in regional production, and strong partnerships.
The full Non-GM Market Report, published by Donau Soja, ENGA and ProTerra, is available here:
https://www.donausoja.org/non-gm-multicrop-report/