The protest movement among Polish farmers persisted with clear demands and careful messaging. A prominent union leader stressed that no formal agreement had been signed and that any document would only take effect if all parties sign off on the terms. The message was blunt: the current document serves as a record of talks, not a binding pact, and it signals goodwill while acknowledging that more work lies ahead. An allied national protest committee was being formed to sustain the strike and to provide a united voice for all union groups involved.
Farmers organized demonstrations across hundreds of locations, with roadways temporarily blocked as part of a coordinated action. The night before, a compact was presented at a press briefing after a European agricultural forum. One element called for the agriculture minister to petition the prime minister to halt the transit of Ukrainian agricultural products through Poland, applying the embargo to traffic crossing Polish borders. A deputy minister announced progress, stating that a signed document had been reached with the protesting farmers. The union leader clarified in a media interview that the document should not be interpreted as a binding agreement, emphasizing that it remains a suggestion rather than a concluded deal.
The union chair added that the document is an opening signal showing willingness to engage with the government, with the hope of progress even as certain government inaction persists. This was described as the first step that demonstrates room for negotiation, though many specifics still require careful drafting. The statement reinforced that nothing would be final until all stakeholders agreed that the farmers’ demands would be met.
Political commentary followed on social media, with former agriculture officials weighing in. A notable critique questioned who signed the agreement and highlighted concerns about representation, including who was authorized to participate in talks and how the farmer community’s needs across sectors would be included in discussions.
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There is no final consent, according to the committee
The union representative described how farmers in Jasionka were first shown a draft that would lead toward a formal agreement. The stance remained firm: no signature would be put on an agreement unless all parties could sign together. The consensus view is that this phase marks only the beginning of a longer process, with the door open to future progress once practical steps are defined. The ministry of agriculture acknowledged discussions about transit restrictions through Poland as part of ongoing talks.
The broader request includes support for not only grain producers but also dairy, livestock, and other sectors that face financial strain. The leadership stressed the need to avoid excluding any production branch and to continue opposing policies linked to the Green Deal unless farmers’ concerns are addressed. The message stressed the necessity of broad and representative leadership that can articulate the needs of all unions and non-protesting farmers.
The plan calls for a national protest committee to ensure stronger representation and to explore workable solutions. The group stressed that protests would continue, but they also aimed to keep lines of dialogue with the government open. Moments of contact were described as conversations rather than negotiations, with tentative agreements indicating a warming trend and a sense that something is starting to move. The call remained for greater flexibility from the government toward all farming sectors, not solely the grain industry.
— remarks from the agricultural leadership of Solidarność presented the stance clearly.
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Green Deal and strategic choices
The union’s position on the Jasionka talks was shared with the public. The latest communique stated that the meeting notes were not a final agreement and that the chairman stood opposed to terms that primarily favored grain producers while leaving other vulnerable sectors without adequate support.
The union pressed for a substantial EU compensation package, calling for a robust financial response to defend Polish agriculture. The Green Deal remained a talking point, with the group insisting that certain elements such as an embargo on Ukrainian goods, a rail route to Polish sea ports, and expanded grain handling capacity were essential; without these, an actual agreement would remain out of reach.
The agricultural alliance framed its declaration as a first step toward a broader accord. Previous meetings had not produced documents, while this set of notes represents a tangible move toward dialogue and potential compromise. The alliance explained that a real agreement would require stronger assurances and better alignment with the needs of all farming communities in Poland.
Arrangements
The parties outlined a framework for trade relations with Ukraine, touching on market access for grains, rapeseed, corn, sugar, poultry, eggs, soft fruits, and apples. The document also mentions subsidies for crops such as barley and rye, with support tied to aid levels from the prior year and coverage for sales within a defined window. An additional provision aims to keep agricultural taxes at current-year levels to stabilize the sector’s fiscal footing.
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Additional notes highlight that any progress depends on a broader consensus across agricultural domains and the ability to translate tentative agreements into concrete policies. The movement continues to monitor developments closely as farmers prepare for further rounds of talks while maintaining readiness to amplify their collective voice if needed.