Bulgaria: We are pleased that the Minister of Agriculture kept his word about the aid paid due to the hailstorm

"We received the de minimis assistance for the zucchinis, melons, and peppers hit by the hail. Honestly, it was more than we thought it would be based on our calculations. But I am personally most pleased that the Minister of Agriculture kept his promise that we would be compensated as soon as possible. This gave me back my hope that politicians not only promise, but also sometimes fulfill what they say." Mariana Trifonova from the village of Cheshnegirovo, municipality of Sadovo, told Agro Plovdiv about the aid paid due to the hailstorm in the municipality of Sadovo on May 31 of this year. She added that their neighbor also shared that he was happy with the assistance. The vegetable and fruit producers in Sadovo and the neighboring village of Cheshnegirovo had no advantage in asking the inspection commission to report 100% damage for at least two reasons. With 100% failed areas, they would not receive tied support next spring, which is the main subsidy for fruit and vegetables. ...