14 Feb 2024 --- German farmers are protesting against government plans to abolish diesel subsidies and motor vehicle tax exemptions in agriculture, but environmental groups claim such measures are necessary for sustainable food systems. NGOs also stress that public funds must be allocated to support farmers in their transition to more sustainable agricultural practices. Last month, thousands of farmers blocked highways with tractors and congregated on the road leading into the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, the nation’s capital. Now, the German Farmers‘ Association (DBV) is focused on making its message more visible and engaging in constructive talks with politicians.
