Challenges faced by French farmers and the impact on Europe

French farmers, facing harsh regulations, rising costs, and unregulated competition, are protesting against existential challenges, blunting climate goals, and reshaping politics in Europe. The discontent has emboldened far-right parties and led to violent protests. The EU's Green Deal and Farm to Fork Strategy are seen as attacks on farmers' livelihood. The future of farming is uncertain as young farmers struggle with debt, automation, and declining interest in organic food.

Vietnamese Coffee Farmers Adapting to EU Deforestation Regulations

Vietnamese coffee farmers like Le Van Tam are adapting to new European Union rules aimed at stopping deforestation by adopting sustainable farming methods, such as growing coffee side-by-side with other plants to improve quality and value of their products.

Polish Farmers' Protest Against EU Regulations

Polish farmers block border crossings with Germany in protest against EU environmental regulations and cheap imports, demanding changes to restrictions and re-imposition of customs duties on agricultural products from Ukraine.