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EU Proposes Protections for Farmers Amid Mercosur Deal

10/9/2025

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EU proposes measures to shield farmers from Mercosur imports under the EU-Mercosur deal.
The deal would phase out duties over 15 years, covering a 780 million-person market.
Farmers gain mechanisms to report imbalances; imports 10% cheaper trigger investigations, with beef and eggs covered.
Critics warn of risks to farmers and environment; supporters cite $4.26 billion in annual savings.

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Story summary

EU proposes measures to shield farmers from Mercosur imports under the EU-Mercosur deal.
The deal would phase out duties over 15 years, covering a 780 million-person market.
Farmers gain mechanisms to report imbalances; imports 10% cheaper trigger investigations, with beef and eggs covered.
Critics warn of risks to farmers and environment; supporters cite $4.26 billion in annual savings.