The Community's export policy for agricultural products. Speaking note of Mr. Poul Dalsager [Member of the European Commission] to the informal meeting of agriculture ministers. Brussels, 5-6 July 1982

The Community's Export Pol)cy for Agricultural Products In its report to the Council on the Mandate one year ago, the Commission already suggested certain guidelines for a more active export pol icy for the Community where agricultural products are concerned.This point was taken up in the draft conclusions of the European Council last November.Over the period 1973-1980, the Cgmmunity has already followed a successful development of its agricultural• exports which increased by 164 per cent in value terms between 1973 and 1980.This expansion, which is still continuing, was particularly noticeable, at 271 per cent I I " for exports to the developing countries.Over the same period, imports only rose by 75 per cent in value.. .. / ... ' .