The deal with Mercosur, signed after 25 years, faces opposition from French farmers protesting increased beef imports, claiming it threatens their livelihoods despite expert opinions to the contrary.
Agricultural products from the EU will find millions of new consumers in Mercosur nations, suggesting that the overall agricultural sector stands to benefit from the recently signed trade agreement.
While farmers fear increased imports of beef, poultry, and sugar, experts maintain that the increase will be modest and will not pose a significant threat to EU producers.
The agreement entails the EU importing 99,000 tons of beef duty-free, amounting to just 1.6% of total EU beef production, which is less than current imports from Mercosur.
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