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agriculturefarming1 year ago

"Farmers' Tractor Protests Disrupt Brussels Over EU Policies"

Farmers in tractors blocked streets near the EU headquarters in Brussels, protesting against what they see as excessive red tape, unfair trading practices, environmental measures, and cheap imports. The protests turned violent, with police using tear gas and water cannons to disperse the farmers. The EU and national authorities have already made concessions to the farmers, including loosening controls on farms and weakening pesticide and environmental rules. The protests have had a significant impact on EU politics, leading to the postponement of a major EU plan to protect nature and fight climate change.

via The Associated Press|
#agricultural-reforms#agriculturefarming#brussels
agriculturefarming1 year ago

European Farmers Rally for Action, Confront Ministers and Police

Farmers across Europe staged protests in Brussels, Madrid, and Warsaw, demanding action on low food prices and unfair competition from abroad. They called for fair revenue, citing free trade agreements and deregulation as causes for their struggles. Riot police clashed with protesters in Brussels, while farmers in Madrid urged the EU to reduce bureaucracy and make changes to the Common Agriculture Policy. In Poland, farmers blocked a border crossing with Germany in solidarity against Ukrainian food exports. EU agriculture ministers met to discuss proposals to ease pressure on farmers, including reducing farm inspections and exempting small farms from some environmental standards.

via Reuters|
#agriculturefarming#eu#eu-agriculture-ministers
agriculturefarming1 year ago

Global Farmer Protests: The Rise of 'Greenlash' and Bureaucratic Revolt

Farmers around the world have been staging protests, citing climate change policies, red tape, and crop prices as the driving forces behind their crisis. Grievances vary by country, but the common message is that farmers can no longer bear the burden of economic and climate policies. The protests have led to political responses, with leaders scrapping plans and postponing deadlines, but some stakeholders believe this is to prevent farmers from aligning with far-right groups. Experts emphasize the need for governments to support farmers in transitioning to environmental regulations and address the costs of climate change and environmental damage.

via PBS NewsHour|
#agricultural-policies#agriculturefarming#climate-change
agriculturefarming2 years ago

"European Farmers Unite: The Battle for Food and Freedom"

German farmers are protesting the government's plans to end agricultural diesel subsidies and vehicle-tax exemptions, leading to widespread unrest and blockades with thousands of tractors. The discontent reflects a deeper resentment toward an environmental agenda that farmers say jeopardizes their livelihoods, as policymakers remain committed to degrading and marginalizing traditional farming practices in the name of sustainability. Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck has warned of the possibility of a far-right electoral triumph and a coup by right-wing extremists.

via Compact Mag|
#agricultural-subsidies#agriculturefarming#environmental-agenda