In Narol, a town in Podkarpacie, the Law and Justice government affirmed its commitment to strengthening Poland’s rural communities in the ongoing competition with Western European farmers. Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki articulated the aim to empower Polish farmers not only to compete but to prevail in key markets across Europe.
The Prime Minister highlighted that government action has aligned subsidies for Polish farmers with those enjoyed by French and German farmers. As a result, more than 95 percent of Polish farmers now receive higher subsidies per hectare than the continental average in Western Europe. This shift, he noted, underscores a policy focus on supporting the Polish countryside and bread production, ensuring that rural communities benefit from the same level of support as their European counterparts.
Morawiecki also spoke about the national embargo on grain and certain other agricultural goods from Ukraine, implemented at midnight following the expiry of the EU-wide embargo. He stressed that the responsibility for the grain crisis lies with Russia, and that Polish farmers must be shielded from its consequences. The government, he argued, places the interests of Polish farmers at the forefront, resisting pressure from both East and West.
The Prime Minister recalled recent visits to Brussels by political opponents who claimed to have extended the embargo on Ukrainian grain imports. He suggested that these statements did not translate into action, contrasting rhetoric with the lack of substantive result and labeling such efforts as ineffective or inconsistent in Brussels. He emphasized that the government remains steadfast in defending Polish farming interests and preserving food security for the nation.
Morawiecki reiterated that the welfare of Polish farmers and their communities is paramount, insisting that their work has been crucial to maintaining national food security. He noted progress in rural development through state-supported agricultural programs, improved road infrastructure, and subsidies aimed at senior housing, all part of a broader strategy to elevate living standards in villages to match those in cities.
Addressing the rural audience, the Prime Minister spoke directly about the repeated disappointments felt by farmers who often felt let down by liberal political groups. He asserted that his government would persist in defending Polish countryside interests against external pressures and political shifts, centering the well-being of local farmers and residents in policy decisions.
Throughout the remarks, the emphasis remained on ensuring that Polish agriculture remains resilient, with a strong focus on domestic food security and the livelihoods of those who cultivate and produce food across rural Poland.
Apology and commitment
In a candid moment, the Prime Minister acknowledged mistakes in governance and signaled a continuous effort to defend the agricultural sector from external challenges. He asserted that the government’s actions in Narol and beyond demonstrate a constant priority for rural communities and their long-term prosperity, even amid international and domestic pressures.
During the visit, emphasis was placed on the broader goal of elevating village life to reflect urban living standards. In addition to agricultural policy, the government highlighted investments in rural roads and housing subsidies as steps toward a more equitable distribution of opportunity across the country. The message was clear: Polish farmers and countryside residents deserve a robust safety net and fair access to resources that support sustainable farming and thriving communities.
Ultimately, the government framed its approach as a defense of Poland’s agricultural future, rooted in the hard work of farmers who sustain national food security. The emphasis on continuity, accountability, and support for rural livelihoods framed the day’s discussions as a pledge to protect Poland’s agricultural backbone against evolving political and economic pressures.
The visit reinforced a broader narrative that Polish agriculture remains a pillar of the nation’s resilience and independence, shaped by policies that prioritize local producers and the communities that depend on them for sustenance and economic vitality.