Paris: Chaos as farmers’ anger erupts at trade show
The commencement of the yearly agricultural exhibition in Paris witnessed disorderly scenes as farmers breached security barriers, prompting intervention from riot police to maintain control.
The farmers expressed their displeasure at President Macron’s attendance at the event, reflecting wider discontent within the agricultural community.
Protests by farmers have been widespread across France and other parts of Europe, with grievances centered around the perceived crisis in agriculture characterized by declining incomes and escalating regulatory burdens.
