Spain: The beef sector criticises the EU-Mercosur agreement while the Government defends it

Published 2024년 12월 22일

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The EU-Mercosur trade agreement has elicited mixed reactions within Spain's agri-food sector. The Spanish government sees it as a chance to boost exports and expand markets, benefiting industries like olive oil, wine, and pork. However, organizations such as ANAFRIC oppose the deal, citing threats to the beef industry, including increased imports and potential job losses. While the agreement seeks to lower tariffs and reduce bureaucratic hurdles, it also includes measures to protect sensitive products like beef, poultry, and sugar. ANAFRIC argues that the deal contradicts EU sustainability goals, highlighting the need for a balanced approach to market access and sector protection.

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The recent trade agreement between the European Union and the Mercosur countries (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay), reached on 6 December, has generated mixed opinions within the Spanish agri-food sector. While the Government and some representatives of the sector consider that the agreement offers new opportunities for exports and the agri-food leadership of Spain, organisations such as ANAFRIC and representatives of the beef sector have expressed a strong opposition, pointing out serious risks for the meat and livestock industry. The Government defends an “ambitious and balanced” agreement From the Executive, the Secretary of State for Trade, Amparo López Senovilla, and the Secretary General of Agricultural Resources and Food Security, Ana Rodríguez Castaño, have defended that the EU-Mercosur agreement is a “great opportunity” for Spanish farmers and ranchers. During a briefing with professional agricultural organisations and agri-food cooperatives, both stressed that ...

Source: Agromeat