As French agricultural unions gear up for crucial elections scheduled for January 2025, tensions rise between the traditional FNSEA and the rival Coordination rurale. Protests featuring dramatic tactics such as bonfires and barbecues highlight the battle against trade agreements and inadequate state support for farmers. The outcome of these elections will significantly dictate the political weight and funding of the unions, raising stakes as the FNSEA’s long-standing dominance faces a challenge from the Coordination rurale, gaining traction among disaffected farmers.