CAP, EU-Mercosur and climate change, determining issues for the agricultural sector

The article explores the controversial 2019 European Union-Mercosur country bloc agreement, which has been criticized for contributing to deforestation, particularly in the Amazon, through increased imports of products like soybeans, sugar, and beef, some of which are linked to illegal deforestation. Critics also condemn the deal for promoting the indiscriminate use of agro-toxic products, undermining family agriculture and livestock, and infringing on human and labor rights. Opposition to the agreement is evident among several European countries, with some hesitant to sign until environmental and climate protection guarantees are in place. The article also discusses the broader implications of deforestation on global health and biodiversity loss, highlighting the need for environmentally sustainable practices in renewable energy development to mitigate the environmental and social repercussions of Climate Change. It emphasizes the importance of balancing renewable energy expansion with the protection of rural areas and their inhabitants, which are crucial for preserving natural ecosystems and combating Climate Change.