Ursula von der Leyen has pointed out that the proposal to halve the use of pesticides in the EU by 2030 has become a “symbol of polarisation”. Moreover, it has been rejected by Parliament and there has been no further progress in the Council.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Tuesday that she will call for the proposal to halve the use of pesticides in the EU by 2030 to be withdrawn, saying it is a “symbol of polarisation” become. Moreover, he believes that the next community council will be able to implement a new, “more mature” plan with the participation of farmers and the conclusions of the strategic dialogue with the sector that started at the end of January.
The German leader recalled that the European Commission proposed this regulation with the “worthy aim” of reducing the risks of phytosanitary products, but “it has become a symbol of polarization.” The regulation has been rejected by the European Parliament and the Council. no progress either, so he will propose his withdrawal.
“We want to ensure that farmers continue to be the key players in this process,” Von der Leyen noted in her speech before the plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg (France) to discuss the results of the last summit on February 1. coincided with a massive demonstration of farmers from all over Europe in Brussels.
Von der Leyen has acknowledged the dissatisfaction of farmers, who felt “backed into a corner” and “deserve to be heard”, but at the same time warned that “they also know that agriculture must evolve towards a more productive model.” that their farms remain profitable for years to come.”
Source: EITB
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