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Farmers and Society Against Mercosur

Published February 14, 2026, 09:03
Farmers and Society Against Mercosur

The mobilization outside the European Parliament building expresses society's opposition to the EU-Mercosur agreement, which is considered to endanger health, food quality, and the future of agriculture. The agreement does not only concern farmers but every citizen and business dependent on the primary sector, as well as the Mediterranean diet. The 'freeze' of the agreement by the European Parliament and its referral to the EU Court of Justice are significant victories for progressive forces, while the stance of MEPs from DISY is criticized for their support of the agreement. The Cypriot government is also facing criticism for the lack of a comprehensive impact assessment and consultation with the agricultural sector. The Mercosur agreement carries the risk of importing products with lower standards and threatens food security and Cypriot producers. The mobilization reminds us of the importance of democratic participation and the demand for safe food and sustainable agriculture.