Farmers Rally in Strasbourg to Oppose EU-Mercosur Trade DealTue 20th Jan, 2026In Strasbourg, European farmers gathered to protest the pending EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, voicing concerns about its potential impact on the agricultural sector. Farmers argue that the proposed trade agreement threatens their livelihoods by facilitating increased imports of agricultural products from South America. Opponents from the agricultural sector believe that these concessions could significantly undermine European farmers, already challenged by subsidy reductions and increased competition. The political response to the trade agreement is mixed. The ongoing debate underscores the tension between promoting international trade and safeguarding local agricultural interests within the European Union.

Source: The Munich Eye January 20, 2026 17:25 UTC