The Polish prime minister has voiced concerns about the ongoing clash between environmental groups and the farming sector, signaling plans to introduce measures that could soften the hardline approach of the European Union’s Green Deal. This development was reported by a major news agency.
During a visit to Vilnius, the prime minister argued that the current EU Green Deal framework includes provisions that do not fully reflect the realities faced by farmers and food producers in Poland and across Europe. He indicated that revisions would be pursued in the near term to align environmental ambitions with agricultural needs.
At this stage, the prime minister has not disclosed the exact nature of the proposed changes.
He stressed that nature protection should not come at the expense of agricultural productivity. The message was clear: there should be no confrontation between environmental objectives and the interests of farmers.
Polish farmers have pressed their case, arguing that the Green Deal aimed to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions and phase out fossil fuels must be implemented in a way that does not undermine farm viability or food security. They emphasize the need for a pragmatic balance between environmental safeguards and productive farming.
In recent discussions, there has been support for policy instruments that would guard against uncontrolled imports of agricultural products from other regions, which could undermine local producers who are subject to stricter environmental standards.
Leaders in Poland have recently shown solidarity with farmers as they advocate for policies that protect domestic agriculture while still remaining committed to environmental goals.
Across the border, discussions in Ukraine and the surrounding region have also affected perceptions of agricultural policy and trade, with officials noting that the stakes extend beyond economics and touch on broader moral considerations as well.