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SYRIZA criticizes Ursula von der Leyen for advancing the EU-Mercosur agreement, arguing that it undermines democracy in Europe and harms Greek farmers.

The Greek government has proposed significant tax and pension legislative changes affecting military personnel and rural farmers.

Greek Agriculture Minister K. Tsiaras discusses the challenges facing the agricultural sector during a meeting with the Local Farmers' Federation, emphasizing the importance of EU funding and addressing the ongoing outbreak issues.

The Greek Agricultural Insurance Organization (ELGA) is distributing a total of €18.7 million in compensations to eligible producers today.

The dairy industry OMHROS inaugurates a new milk station in Glyki, Thesprotia, aimed at increasing milk collection capacity and job creation.

Greek farmers, fishermen, and livestock breeders have ended their blockades in Athens after 55 days of protests, citing unmet demands for the sustainability of their professions.

SYRIZA-PS leader Sokratis Famellos addressed Greek farmers at a nationwide rally in Syntagma, emphasizing support for honest farmers while criticizing the government and its policies.

Dimitris Koutsoumbas, the General Secretary of the KKE, affirmed his party's support for Greek farmers and livestock breeders during a national rally in Syntagma, calling for immediate government action to alleviate their financial burdens.

Farmers in Greece are planning a rally in Athens, and the police are coordinating tractor movement to ensure a smooth demonstration.

The Greek police are on high alert for an upcoming national farmers' rally, implementing health protocols due to concerns over sheep pox.

Farmers from Crete have reached Athens for a nationwide agricultural rally scheduled in front of the Greek Parliament.

Approximately 29,000 individuals received rights, grazing land, and subsidies without delivering milk or meat, according to Vasilis Kokkalis, a member of the Greek Parliament.

Greek livestock farmers expressed their concerns about disease spread and called for immediate protective measures in their meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the government's commitment to supporting livestock farmers facing challenges due to sheep pox during a meeting with industry representatives.

The Greek political party SYRIZA expresses support for farmers and ranchers and calls for participation in an upcoming rally against government policies.

A delegation of livestock farmers is set to meet with Greek Prime Minister K. Mitsotakis to secure commitments for immediate and actionable solutions to strengthen the sector.

The AADE has announced the opening of the system for the Single Aid Application for 2024 and 2025 from February 9 to February 27, 2026, allowing for corrections.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is scheduled to meet with livestock farmers' representatives at 1 PM on Tuesday at the Maximos Mansion.

The National Scientific Committee for the Management and Control of Sheep and Goat Pox in Greece has released a report addressing the challenges and uncertainties regarding vaccination against the disease in light of a recent EFSA report.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet with livestock farmers' representatives on Tuesday.

Farmers in Greece are planning a nationwide demonstration at Syntagma Square on February 13 to protest unsatisfactory governmental measures affecting the agricultural sector.

Kostas Anestidis will not attend the farmers' meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis due to inappropriate remarks directed at the Prime Minister, according to Pavlos Marinakis.

The Greek Minister of Citizen Protection, Michalis Chrysochoidis, stated that the government has shown unprecedented tolerance towards the ongoing farmers' protests that have lasted for 40 days.

Greek Minister of Rural Development Kostas Tsiaras condemned the vandalism of tractors, stating that such behavior is not indicative of democracy or freedom, and criticized farmers' excuses for refusing dialogue with the Prime Minister.

Greek Minister of Migration and Asylum, Thanos Plevris, discussed agricultural issues and the upcoming legal immigration bill in an interview, addressing farmer protests and political developments.

The article discusses the dialogue between Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis and farmers, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions rather than protests, as well as the government's increasingly firm stance on blockades.

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis held discussions with farmers regarding agricultural issues, highlighting diverse viewpoints within the agricultural community.

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis announced that farmers will no longer have to pay the VAT on the special tax for diesel, emphasizing the government's refusal to tolerate extortion and illegal activities in response to farmers' protests.

The first meeting between farmers and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis remains uncertain as the government clarifies its proposal for meetings with different agricultural representatives.

The article discusses the implications of the Mercosur agreement for Greek consumers, particularly focusing on expected price changes for Brazilian beef and Argentinian steaks amid mixed sentiments from EU farmers and uncertainty among EU citizens.

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis is holding two meetings with farmers and ranchers due to difficulties in their communication and coordination.

After a three-hour nationwide meeting in Nikaia, farmers decided to send two committees to Maximos for dialogue, highlighting the EU-Mercosur agreement.

Farmers' representatives met in Nikaia, Larissa, to discuss their strategy leading up to an important meeting with the government on January 13, rejecting a planned rally in Athens during negotiations but agreeing to keep tractors on the roads without blocking traffic.

The EU-Mercosur trade agreement opens access to a new market of nearly 300 million consumers for Greek agricultural products, amidst fears and protests from local farmers.

The EU member states have approved the signing of a free trade agreement with the South American trade bloc Mercosur, which comprises Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, despite protests from French and Greek farmers.

Greek Deputy Minister Kontogeorgis stated that the government has done everything it could regarding the farmers' requests and urged them to conclude their protests.

The Greek government is responding to escalating farmer protests with mixed messages, as farmers remain dissatisfied with new measures announced to meet their demands.

The Greek Police has issued a statement clarifying that traffic on the national network is being conducted through detours and alternative routes, countering reports of a total traffic shutdown due to farmers' protests.

The government has outlined two conditions for dialogue with farmers: representative representation from across Greece and the end of protests on the roads, as stated by spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis.

Greek farmers have rejected government compromise proposals and continue to block highways in protest against subsidies and budget issues.

Greek Deputy Prime Minister Hatzidakis emphasized that the law will be enforced if agreement and calm are not reached among farmers regarding ongoing issues.

The article discusses the EU-Mercosur agreement, its implications for Greek farmers, and the funding sources for the primary sector as the signing date approaches.

The article discusses various socio-economic issues, including agricultural concerns and notable figures in the Greek music scene.

The Greek Minister of Digital Governance, Dimitris Papastergiou, announced a new national traceability system for agricultural and livestock products aimed at protecting Greek producers and enhancing the value of Greek products.

The Greek government announced six interventions aimed at the primary sector during a press conference attended by key officials, including Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis and several ministers.

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis welcomed the European Commission's initiative to mobilize 45 billion euros in resources to support the agricultural sector, emphasizing Greece's stronger voice in Europe.

The Greek government has announced new measures for farmers as Prime Minister Mitsotakis delivers a key message regarding ongoing developments in the agricultural sector.

Greek farmers are taking a firmer stance as they prepare for dialogue, with their responses pending following upcoming government announcements.

Greek Minister of Rural Development Kostas Tsiaras emphasized the government's intention to not be passive observers in agricultural matters, expressing disappointment over current challenges and announcing further reductions in agricultural electricity costs.

Greek Minister of Migration Pleuris stated that if farmers escalate their demands, the government will need to consider all possible responses, describing the situation as a form of blackmail.