
Dairy Farmers Upset as Milk Prices Drop Despite Earlier Promises
Dairy farmers are expressing anger after milk processors reportedly reduced prices, despite earlier promises to pay more, ahead of a meeting with the Ministry of Agriculture.
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Dairy farmers are expressing anger after milk processors reportedly reduced prices, despite earlier promises to pay more, ahead of a meeting with the Ministry of Agriculture.

Milan Pajić from the 'Naše mleko' association announced that no agreement was reached with the Ministry of Agriculture regarding farmers' demands, and they will continue their street protests.

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Water Management and Forestry and the Federal Administration for Inspection Affairs (FUZIP) in Bosnia and Herzegovina have called on poultry farmers to apply mandatory protective measures.

Serbia's State Audit Institution (DRI) found that the Veterinary Directorate severely violated good business practices, prompting action from the Ministry of Agriculture.

The Alliance of Farmers' Associations of Banat announced a temporary withdrawal from protests and road blockades, stating they did not accept any offer from the Ministry of Agriculture.
Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is exploring a plan to require private companies to stockpile rice, up to a quarter of the government's reserve, to ensure quick supply to consumers during production shortages.

Moldova's Ministry of Agriculture has stated it has not received official notifications regarding potential restrictions on Moldovan wine imports to Ukraine, commenting on recent media reports.

Serbia's Ministry of Agriculture announced changes to the Rulebook on basic incentives in crop production, now requiring farmers to justify per-hectare subsidies with invoices for raw materials.

The Montenegrin Parliament has opened discussions on payments to former workers, with MP Nikola Rovčanin noting that a large number of requests have necessitated additional time for the Ministry of Agriculture to process them.

More than 50 decisions on agricultural production incentives have been handed out to farmers in Serbia by the Ministry of Agriculture. Recipients unable to justify expenses with receipts will be required to return the funds.
Malaysia's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security announced a target to achieve complete self-sufficiency in fresh milk production by the year 2028.

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.

The European Commission has accepted a request for consultations regarding the introduction of levies on milk and dairy products, as well as current market trends in the sector. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management announced that these consultations will take place on Wednesday.

Sinan Damgacıoğlu, the first Turkish chef to be named a “Goodwill Ambassador of Japanese Cuisine” by Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, is bridging cultures through his culinary work.

A recent decision by Croatia's Ministry of Agriculture has led to labels in domestic stores revealing the true origin of fresh fruits and vegetables, causing a 'sad picture' for consumers.

Farmers protesting across Serbia deny reaching any agreement with the Ministry of Agriculture, stating a previous meeting was unofficial. They have now received an official invitation for a meeting with the Serbian Government.

Serbia's State Audit Institution (DRI) has found that the Veterinary Directorate severely violated good business practices and has requested the Ministry of Agriculture to take measures against the state service.

Serbia's Ministry of Agriculture has issued a public call for applications for basic subsidies in crop production, with submissions open until April 1st.

The Malaysian Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has assured the public that there are sufficient coconut supplies for the upcoming Aidilfitri celebrations.

Key news from Moldova includes the arrest of eight individuals, including the mayor and vice-mayor of Durlești, the Ministry of Agriculture's denial of a Ukrainian embargo on Moldovan wines, and plans to construct a ring road in Chișinău.
Moldova's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry (MAIA) states it has not received any official notification regarding potential restrictions on Moldovan wine imports to Ukraine, clarifying that no embargo is currently applied.

Ivan Tarnaj, the first Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management in independent Croatia, has passed away, as announced by the Ministry of Agriculture.
The Spanish Ministry of Agriculture is working to resolve an 'error' that included Calafell and Cunit (Tarragona) in a new 'plague map,' preventing some companies from exporting pork to China.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development ordered urgent controls on beef imported from Brazil after reports of growth hormones being detected, despite officials reportedly knowing about the issue for months.

Protesting farmers' associations have rejected a meeting scheduled by the Ministry of Agriculture, stating they will not attend until concrete and clear solutions are offered.

Serbia's Ministry of Agriculture announced the introduction of levies on powdered milk imports and the abolition of levies on piglet imports, fulfilling two of six promises made to farmers. The European Commission has accepted a request for consultations regarding these new levies on milk and dairy products.

The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management has released a scoring list for applications submitted under the First Public Call of IPARD III Program's Measure 3, focusing on investments in agricultural product processing and marketing.

The Czech Ministry of Agriculture is establishing a food ombudsman role to publish data on prices and margins and oversee fair trade relations. While agrarians anticipate this move, traders suggest the ombudsman should focus on quality instead.

The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture announced an agreement with dairy farmers in Preljina near Čačak, following days of protests and blockades by agricultural producers.

Serbia's State Audit Institution (DRI) has found that the Veterinary Administration severely violated good business practices, prompting a request for measures against the state service from the Ministry of Agriculture.

Ģirts Krūmiņš, State Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and shareholder representative in "Latvijas valsts meži" (LVM), has been relieved of his duties since late January due to a possible conflict of interest.
The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture has announced that a public call for per-hectare subsidies for agricultural producers will begin on Monday, alongside the implementation of other current support measures.

The Freedom and Justice Party (SSP) announced that the Ministry of Agriculture has imposed new financial burdens on farmers by charging them for training and certificates.
Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries predicts that potato and onion prices will be over 30% higher than average in March, primarily due to the impact of last summer's heat.

Jindřich Fialka, the current director-general of the food section of the Ministry of Agriculture, will be the Food Ombudsman.
The Polish Ministry of Agriculture confirmed that disputed batches of beef from Brazil did not enter the Polish market, assuring consumers of the continuous functioning of the supervision system and product safety.

The Lithuanian Ministry of Agriculture is reportedly angered by a public secret: some crops are grown not for harvest and sale, but solely to claim subsidies. Farmers declare land and hope for no inspections, with large payouts expected.

After nearly two weeks of road blockades across Serbia, farmers are announcing a radicalization of their protests, dissatisfied with the government's response to their demands, despite the Ministry of Agriculture's attempts to mitigate the situation.

The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture announced the introduction of levies on powdered milk imports and the abolition of levies for piglet imports, fulfilling two out of six promises made to farmers.

The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management has released the scoring list for applications under the first public call of IPARD III Program's Measure 3, focusing on investments in the processing and marketing of agricultural products.