Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-001338/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Anne-Sophie Frigout (PfE), Malika Sorel (PfE), Julien Sanchez (PfE), Pierre Pimpie (PfE)
Against a backdrop of high demand for cut flowers, an investigation by UFC-Que Choisir has revealed that some flowers sold in France are covered in pesticides that are banned in the EU. A single bouquet can contain residues of up to 46 pesticides, and this poses health risks, in particular an increased risk of cancer.
Over 80 % of cut flowers on the French market are imported from third countries, including Colombia, Ecuador and Kenya. However, many dangerous pesticides that are banned in the EU are still used in those countries. This creates unfair competition that weakens the French horticulture sector, as it is subject to much stricter regulations.
Will the Commission ensure reciprocity of health and environmental standards in the horticulture sector by banning imports of flowers treated with pesticides that are banned in the EU?
Supporters[1]
Submitted: 1.4.2025
- [1] This question is supported by Members other than the authors: Mathilde Androuët (PfE), Valérie Deloge (PfE)