Overview

• 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.