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Farmers Stage Angry Protest in Berlin
Farmers in Germany are incensed, and they're making their voices heard. On Monday, the German Farmers' Association is leading a rally in Berlin to protest against the coalition's plans to abolish tax breaks. With the slogan "Too much is too much," they aim to express their fury over the proposed end of regulations on agricultural diesel and vehicle tax exemptions for agriculture and forestry.
German Farmers' Association President Joachim Rukwied was blunt, warning that there will be fierce resistance if the coalition doesn't reconsider its stance. The rally is scheduled to take place at the Brandenburg Gate at 11 a.m., and tractors are expected to join the protest. Rukwied estimates that these proposals could cost the industry almost a billion euros.
Beyond the Headlines
This rally is part of a larger movement calling for fair prices, support for agroecological farming, and decisive climate action. Organized under the broader "Wir haben es satt" (We are fed up!) demonstration series, the rally aims to impact the upcoming German federal election.
Key Demands
- Fair Prices and Agroecology: Protesters are pushing for the next federal government to commit to fair prices for agricultural products and prioritize agroecological agriculture, which emphasizes environmental and animal welfare.
- Climate Protection: With climate neutrality the goal by 2035 at the latest, activists are urging the next government to deliver on climate protection in agriculture, addressing global food system injustices, and promoting sustainable practices.
- Social and Environmental Justice: The rally brings together diverse voices advocating for fair and ecological food systems, emphasizing that healthy food, animal welfare, environmental protection, and climate action are interconnected goals.
Why it Matters
- Political Influence: Protesters are using this rally as part of a broader strategy to impact the upcoming federal election, urging the next government to adopt a bold and forward-thinking agricultural policy.
- Economic and Environmental Impact: Protesters are advocating for policies that support farmers' sustainable transition, including cost-covering producer prices, secure financing, greening agricultural practices, and restructuring animal husbandry.
- Social and Environmental Justice: The event underscores the importance of social and environmental justice in agriculture, a sector grappling with issues ranging from fair food prices to animal welfare and climate action.
As the rally approaches, farmers and their supporters are making their voices heard, hoping to shape the future of agriculture in Germany and beyond.
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