"French Farmers Unions Suspend Protests Amid Government's New Measures"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
French farmers unions have called for an end to nationwide roadblocks after securing promises of government assistance, including cash, eased regulations, and protection against unfair competition. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal unveiled new measures, including a ban on imports of certain fruits and vegetables treated with a banned insecticide, opposition to a free-trade deal with the Mercosur trade group, and financial aid for livestock farmers and new farmers. The government aims to boost farmers' income, protect them against unfair competition, and simplify their daily lives, while also imposing fines on food industrial groups and supermarkets that do not pay a fair price to farmers.