Farmworkers began gathering on the outskirts of this capital since early Tuesday, convened by the National Federation of Farmers’ Unions (FNSEA), the largest union organization, and the Young Farmers, although other organizations joined the mobilization.

At the heart of their demands are the EU-MERCOSUR deal, which they consider a promoter of unfair competition, and the existence of regulations and procedures that hinder the work of the sector.

They denounce that producing in France is becoming increasingly complicated, and on top of that, the country would import products from South America that do not have to face the same regulations and requirements.

Official sources state that some 350 tractors entered Paris, prompting the closure of iconic sites such as the Champs-Elysees, the Pont de l’Alma, and the Pont Alexandre III, while the protest organizers claim that more than 500 tractors are already in this capital.

The protesters went to the National Assembly to express their discontent and demand immediate action from the Government.

The FNSEA warned that farmers would not leave Paris without getting answers.

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