Greece, Cyprus, and seven other southern European nations have formed a coalition within the European Union to address the severe impacts of climate change on agriculture. Cyprus’ Agriculture Minister emphasized the need for collaboration to develop solutions that cater to…
French agricultural unions are reigniting protests against the controversial EU-Mercosur trade agreement, set to increase competition for local farmers. Union leaders, including FNSEA’s Arnaud Rousseau and Coordination rurale’s Patrick Legras, warn that the deal could exacerbate existing economic tensions and…
The North Aegean Regional Fire Administration has issued a warning to farmers in Chios, Lesbos, and Samos as they engage in agricultural activities. With the fire use ban expiring on November 16, 2024, farmers are urged to exercise extreme caution…
Greek Development Minister T. Theodorikakos announced a substantial funding initiative of €300 million aimed at revitalizing Thessaly’s economy over the next two years. During a business dinner in Larissa, he highlighted that Thessaly and border areas will benefit from a…
A recent report highlights the escalating impact of climate change on global food security, emphasizing threats to crop yields, nutritional quality, and supply chain stability. Experts warn that unpredictable weather patterns and increased temperatures may reduce agricultural productivity, particularly in…
More than a month after devastating floods, apple farmers in the region of Agia are still awaiting details on compensation amounts and payment timelines from the government. While other farmers in Thessaly have received their payouts for production losses due…
In Lesvos, Greece, an initiative led by the organization ‘Tyto’ seeks to combat rodent infestations using natural methods. By introducing controlled populations of barn owls, which can eliminate thousands of rodents annually, the project aims to protect crops and cut…
The UK Treasury has firmly rejected proposals to mitigate the upcoming inheritance tax changes affecting farms, set to take effect in April 2026. The new policy replaces the inheritance tax exemption on farms valued over £1 million with a reduced…
The regional governor of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, Christodoulos Topjidis, has requested an increase in public funding for agricultural investment applications under the Rural Development Program. In a letter to the Ministry of Rural Development and Food, he proposed raising…
As temperatures in Crete remain unusually high for late November, the region is witnessing significant drought. Local journalist Iasonas Tavlas reports that olive trees are suffering greatly, with minimal and poor-quality fruit harvests. Water reserves are critically low, with empty…
Greek Agriculture Minister Christos Kellas reported a recent outbreak of sheep and goat pox in Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, with several cases noted in local areas. However, he indicated that the situation is stabilizing, leading to a relaxation of restrictions,…
In response to the upcoming G20 meeting in Brazil, the FNSEA, France’s leading farming union, plans to initiate nationwide actions starting November 18. President Arnaud Rousseau voiced concerns over potential severe impacts from the EU-Mercosur trade deal and emphasized engaging…
