French farmers protest Mercosur deal as unions mobilize

lopinion.fr (French)

French agricultural unions are launching protests at the start of the year. This action is prompted by the impending signing of the Mercosur trade deal by European states. Farmers are demanding that Europe defend its agriculture and protect farm incomes. Major unions like FNSEA and Jeunes Agriculteurs are planning both local and national demonstrations. The Coordination rurale, previously protesting against slaughter practices, is also encouraging its members to travel to Paris for protests starting January 6.


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