
Serbian Milk Producers Meet Agriculture Minister's Chief of Staff, Blockade Continues
Predrag Veljković, a member of the Association of Milk Producers of Šumadija and Pomoravlje, announced a meeting with the chief of staff of the Minister of Agriculture, but confirmed that the blockade in Miločaj remains.

Serbian Minister Discusses Agricultural Issues at Kopaonik Business Forum
Serbian Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management Dragan Glamočić addressed agricultural problems at the Kopaonik Business Forum, noting that a small number of farmers can significantly influence policy.

Bulgarian Agriculture Minister Reports Potential National Security Threat
Bulgarian Minister of Agriculture Ivan Hristanov announced a signal concerning a potential threat to national security, informing the Prime Minister and initiating checks.

Politicsindex-hrjutarnji-list5d ago2 sources First Croatian Minister of Agriculture Ivan Tarnaj Dies
Ivan Tarnaj, the first Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management in independent Croatia, has passed away, as announced by the Ministry of Agriculture.

Former Agriculture Minister Criticizes Serbian Agrarian Policy Amid Farmer Protests
Former Serbian Minister of Agriculture, Goran Živkov, criticized the country's agrarian policy, stating it's 'abnormal' that a liter of milk costs five times more in stores than what producers receive. He questioned the effectiveness of a billion-dollar investment in agriculture.

Romania to Ban Sale of Frozen Pork as 'Fresh'
Romania's Minister of Agriculture, Florin Barbu, announced that legislation will be amended to prevent frozen pork imported from the European Union from being sold as 'fresh' in Romania.

Coimbra Mayor's Anger and Passos Coelho's Criticism
The mayor of Coimbra reportedly prevented the Minister of Agriculture from visiting the city, while Passos Coelho criticized the appointment of the MAI.

Minister Responds to Coimbra Mayor's Confrontation, Acknowledges Her 'Emotion'
The Minister of Agriculture responded to an altercation with Coimbra mayor Ana Abrunhosa, stating he was not the protagonist of any media attention and expressing understanding for the mayor's 'emotion'.

Serbian Minister Glamočić Rejects Subsidies for More Than 20 Heifers
Serbian Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management, Dragan Glamočić, rejected a proposal to pay a 100,000 dinar subsidy for more than 20 first-calf heifers.

Coimbra Mayor Clashes with Portuguese Agriculture Minister
The Mayor of Coimbra had a tense confrontation with the Minister of Agriculture on TV, accusing him of disrespecting Coimbra and not listening to local authorities.

Limiting Private Label Products Could Lead to Price Hikes in Romania
A proposal by Romania's Minister of Agriculture to limit private label products in stores to a maximum of 20% of total sales volume could lead to price increases and excessive intervention in the free market, according to industry warnings.

Serbian Minister Addresses Milk Supply Issues and Farmer Protests
Serbian Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management, Dragan Glamočić, announced that Imlek would resume regular milk purchases and called for dialogue, while also criticizing individuals for exploiting honest farmers.

Portugal Advocates for Accessible Agricultural Insurance
Portugal's Minister of Agriculture, José Manuel Fernandes, is pushing for accessible insurance for all farmers to ensure immediate support, a stance he says is backed by other EU member states and the European Commission.

Croatian MP Josip Dabro Accuses Media of Spreading False Information
Josip Dabro, a Croatian Member of Parliament from the Homeland Movement and former Minister of Agriculture, used Facebook to accuse the media of disseminating untrue information about his family.

Former Montenegrin Minister Milutin Simović Indicted for Abuse of Office
An indictment has been filed against Milutin Simović, the former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of Montenegro. He is suspected of abusing his official position.

Serbian Agriculture Minister Glamočić not a proponent of direct subsidies
Serbian Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management, Dragan Glamočić, stated at the Kopaonik Business Forum that he does not support direct subsidies and believes a portion of funds should be directed towards investments.

Bászna Gabona Victims Receive Compensation Amidst Company's Financial Troubles
Victims of Bászna Gabona have received 6 billion forints in compensation, while the Minister of Agriculture has pledged to address unpaid wages for employees of the company, which is on the verge of bankruptcy.

Serbian Minister of Agriculture's Promotion Sparks Controversy
The promotion of Danka Nešović, a former official, has been criticized as a 'rewarded retaliation' against dissenting farmers and teachers, suggesting a lack of empathy from ministers.

Bulgarian State Company 'Shop for the People' Operating at a Loss
The state-owned company 'Shop for the People,' established last year based on an idea by Delyan Peevski, is currently operating at a loss, as announced by interim Minister of Agriculture and Food Ivan Hristanov.

Former Serbian Agriculture Minister Criticizes Agrarian Policy
Former Minister of Agriculture Goran Živkov criticized Serbia's agrarian policy, stating that the 'sick organism' has been treated with 'wrong medicines' over the past 12 years, in response to farmer protests.

Romanian Agriculture Minister addresses private label product limits
Romania's Minister of Agriculture, Florin Barbu, stated that limiting private label products to 20% of sales volume will not lead to price increases, rejecting fears from opponents.

Farmers Block Roads in Serbia, Accuse Minister of Lying
Farmers in Serbia are intensifying their protests, blocking roads for two weeks and accusing the Minister of Agriculture of lying and manipulation, adding a fifth demand to their list.

Serbian Minister Glamočić: No Subsidies for Heifers Exceeding 20 Heads
Serbian Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management, Dragan Glamočić, stated that there will be no subsidies for heifers exceeding 20 heads, and those who received them must return the money with interest.

Montemor-o-Velho Mayor Expresses Disappointment with Minister
José Veríssimo, the mayor of Montemor-o-Velho, stated that his municipality deserved more respect from the minister, acknowledging a disagreement with the Minister of Agriculture but also understanding the minister's position.

Poland's PiS party makes decision on former agriculture minister Robert Telus
Poland's Law and Justice (PiS) party has made a decision regarding Robert Telus, the former Minister of Agriculture and PiS MP, who was suspended from the party in October by Jarosław Kaczyński.

Macedonian Minister Announces Redefinition of Rice Paddy Purchase Rules
The Minister of Agriculture announced plans to redefine the rules for purchasing rice paddy, following identified irregularities and emphasizing rice as a strategic agricultural crop.

Macedonian Minister Tripunovski Pledges Subsidies to Real Farmers
The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management, Tripunovski, stated that subsidies will be directed to genuine farmers, not 'subsidy hunters', noting that the loudest reactions to the new program come from those not involved in agricultural processes.

Ministry says 'two of six promises to farmers' have been fulfilled
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management announced that two of the six promises made by Minister of Agriculture Dragan Glamočić to farmers have been fulfilled.

Slovenia to Invest in Food Supply Chains for Security
Slovenian Minister of Agriculture Mateja Čalušić discusses food security and the state's plans to invest in food supply chains.

Former Montenegrin Minister Milutin Simović Indicted
Montenegro's Special State Prosecutor's Office (SDT) has filed an indictment against Milutin Simović, the former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, on suspicion of committing a crime.

Hungarian Minister Highlights Record Growth in Food Industry at SIRHA Budapest
Minister of Agriculture István Nagy emphasized the food industry's strategic importance and record growth at the SIRHA Budapest event, projecting its continued significance for the national economy.

Luxembourg Ministry Responds to Study on Pesticides in Apples
Luxembourg's Minister of Agriculture, Martine Hansen, has defended the country's apple production following a study on pesticide levels, while also acknowledging limitations in the current evaluation system.

Coimbra Mayor Admits 'Exaggeration' in Incident with Agriculture Minister
The mayor of Coimbra, Manuel Machado Abrunhosa, has acknowledged 'exaggeration' in a recent incident involving the Minister of Agriculture, José Manuel Fernandes, but stated that the issue has been resolved and the minister is sensitive to the region's problems.

ITN Attacks Fourth Caretaker Minister, Calls for Ivan Hristanov's Resignation
During a parliamentary declaration, Stanislav Balabanov, an MP from 'There Is Such a People' (ITN), demanded the resignation of caretaker Minister of Agriculture Ivan Hristanov, accusing him of confli

VIDEO Frozen pork will no longer be sold as fresh, says the Minister of Agriculture. "Prices are very low"
The Minister of Agriculture, Florin Barbu, announced that legislation will be amended so that frozen pork arriving in Romania from other EU areas can no longer be sold as fresh.

Serbian Milk Producers Demand Government Stance on Agriculture Minister
Predrag Veljković of the Šumadija and Pomoravlje Milk Producers Association stated that producers have sent a letter to the Serbian Prime Minister's cabinet and the government, demanding a statement on the behavior and views of the Minister of Agriculture.
Portuguese Mayor Criticizes Agriculture Minister for Lack of Prior Consultation
Ana Abrunhosa, a Portuguese mayor, publicly criticized the Minister of Agriculture, José Manuel Fernandes, for making statements to the media without first consulting with local authorities.

Commentary on Coimbra Mayor's Confrontation with Agriculture Minister
Alberto Gonçalves comments on an incident where Coimbra mayor Ana Abrunhosa confronted the Minister of Agriculture.

Heated Discussion Between Coimbra Mayor and Agriculture Minister
A heated discussion occurred between the mayor of Coimbra, Ana Abrunhosa, and the Minister of Agriculture, José Manuel Fernandes, after she expressed displeasure at him speaking to journalists before consulting regional mayors.

Romanian Agriculture Minister Accused of Stealing AUR's Idea for EU Proposal
Romania's Minister of Agriculture, Florin Barbu, is facing controversy after being accused of 'stealing' an idea proposed by the AUR party and presenting it to the European Commission. The proposal suggests limiting private label products in large stores to 20% of total shelf products to support local producers.

Serbian Agriculture Minister Glamočić Addresses Farmers' Protests, Rejects Pressure
Serbian Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management Dragan Glamočić addressed the public, presenting measures taken by the ministry and stating that the protests' background is politicking, not problem-solving, vowing not to make decisions under pressure.

Romanian Minister Proposes Measures to Protect Farmers
Florin Barbu, the Romanian Minister of Agriculture, has proposed four measures to the European Commission to protect Romanian farmers, aiming to eliminate unfair commercial practices and ensure access to shelves for local producers.

Angel Mavrovski Appointed Head of Bulgarian Food Safety Agency
Angel Mavrovski has been appointed as the executive director of the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BABH), with expectations for new leadership from the interim Minister of Agriculture.

Slovenian Agriculture Minister Discusses Food Security
Slovenian Minister of Agriculture, Mateja Čalušić, emphasized the importance of ensuring high-quality and accessible food in a podcast on economic power.