South American Imports Spark EU Farming Concerns

Farmers blocked Brussels on Feb 1, 2024, using tractors and fireworks, while police used tear gas and water cannons during EU summit.
Farmers fear cheaper South American beef, sugar, rice, honey, and soybeans will harm livelihoods.
Walloon Agricultural Federation calls 20% subsidy cut 'totally unacceptable.'. Copa-Cogeca expected 10,000 protesters, with FWA and 40 groups at Place Luxembourg.
Italy's attempt to delay EU deal with France threw plans into jeopardy.
EU leaders still sign trade deal in Brazil on Saturday.
Agreement would eliminate tariffs on most goods over 15 years, covering 780 million people and 25% of global GDP.
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