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Greek Farmers Block Highways, Demand Support Amid Cost Crisis

1/9/2026

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On January 8, 2026, Greek farmers blocked highways and toll stations for 48 hours to protest rising costs and the EU-Mercosur deal.
Tractors halted traffic as farmers demanded stronger state support and the rejection of the EU-Mercosur deal.
Protest organizer Vangelis Roubis warned Greece's agriculture could collapse if the deal proceeds, noting production costs are higher than in Brazil.
The Greek government has offered concessions.
Similar protests spread to France.

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Story summary

On January 8, 2026, Greek farmers blocked highways and toll stations for 48 hours to protest rising costs and the EU-Mercosur deal.
Tractors halted traffic as farmers demanded stronger state support and the rejection of the EU-Mercosur deal.
Protest organizer Vangelis Roubis warned Greece's agriculture could collapse if the deal proceeds, noting production costs are higher than in Brazil.
The Greek government has offered concessions.
Similar protests spread to France.