BRUSSELS (dpa-AFX) - Trade of agri-food products between the European Union and the rest of the world in 2014 show exports increased by 1.6 percent compared with 2013, updated figures showed Monday.
The exports represent 7.2 percent of the total trade with third countries. The most exported product categories include alcoholic beverages (spirits, wine, etc) and wheat. Exports of infant food, flour, starch or milk preparations showed the highest increase compared with the previous year at +23 percent.
The most imported products are tropical fruits - fresh or dried - nuts and spices as well as unroasted coffee and tea in bulk. Imports of cocoa beans increased by 17% compared with 2013, which represents the highest increase among imported product categories.
The EU's top destination for its agri-food exports are the United States, whereas it imports its biggest share from Brazil.
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