Every summer, Herbert Dorfmann — one of Italy's MEPs in the European Parliament — joins politicians from across the alpine region to hike with farming groups. The one-day stroll offers a chance for powerful agricultural unions to give their thoughts on key EU farming legislation.
In recent years, one topic has been front and centre: the EU's ambitious Farm to Fork plans to reform agriculture to protect nature and climate better. In Dorfmann, the unions have found a sympathetic ear. He, ...
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Already a member? Login hereClare Carlile is a researcher and reporter at DeSmog, focusing on the agri-business sector.
Clare Carlile is a researcher and reporter at DeSmog, focusing on the agri-business sector.