The Coordination Rurale (CR), France’s second-largest agricultural union, is escalating pressure on the government through strong actions, contrasting with the strategies of FNSEA and Young Farmers. Farmers are mobilizing against a proposed deal with Mercosur and the government’s lack of…
On November 19, 2023, French farmers escalated their protests by blocking trucks from Spain on the A9 highway. With the support of the Coordination Rurale, between 200 to 300 farmers gathered in front of the Agen prefecture, demanding stronger actions…
On November 19, farmers across France intensify their mobilization, prompted by rival unions including the Coordination Rurale, which aims to challenge the dominance of the FNSEA. They are opposing the EU’s potential trade agreement with Mercosur countries and demand reduced…
