French government seeks to quell farmer anger as Mercusor deadline approaches
- Posted on December 15, 2025
- By Le Monde
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French government seeks to quell farmer anger as Mercusor deadline approaches
France's agriculture minister is expected on Monday to visit a region that has seen new outbreaks of lumpy skin disease affecting cattle. The situation is tense, with EU member states preparing to decide on a free trade agreement with South American countries, which is widely opposed by farmers.
