French Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
Hundreds of farmers took to the streets of Paris with their tractors to oppose the EU–Mercosur trade agreement, raising concerns about fair competition, agricultural standards, and the future of European farming. The protest highlights growing tensions between trade liberalisation and the protection of domestic producers across the EU.
By Chima M. T. Al-Saadi — Social Media Director
January 13, 2026
