Macron Engages in Tense Dialogues at Paris Agriculture Fair Amid Protests

French President Emmanuel Macron spent 13 hours at the Salon de l'Agriculture, facing heckles and clashes while discussing agricultural reforms and promising support measures.

Macron's visit to the Salon de l'Agriculture was marked by intense protests from farmers, leading to clashes with police and calls for his resignation.
The French president announced several measures to support the agricultural sector, including a bill for agricultural orientation, sector-specific base prices, and an emergency cash flow plan.
Farmers expressed concerns over rising costs, unfair competition, and EU regulations aimed at combating climate change, demanding concrete changes rather than promises.
Macron criticized the far-right Rassemblement National's stance on agriculture and EU relations, ahead of the European elections.
Despite the protests, Macron managed to engage in discussions with farmers and union leaders, emphasizing the government's commitment to the agricultural sector.