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EU Beef Subsidies Skyrocket, Legumes Left Behind

3/2/2026

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  • A recent study shows beef and lamb producers in the European Union (EU) receive 580 times more government subsidies than legume producers, raising concerns about health and environment.
  • Experts argue that these subsidies favor high-emission industries at a time when a shift to lower-meat diets is necessary.
  • In South Africa, government subsidies for fossil fuels have tripled since 2018, reaching nearly R200 billion, while renewable energy support remains minimal.