Greece extends preventive measures against sheep scab in Crete until August 6
Authorities on the island of Crete are extending the strict biosecurity regime against sheep and goat scab until August 6, 2026, due to high infection rates in Greece.
Agrarian sector, farmers, subsidies, yields, exports and problems in agriculture.
Authorities on the island of Crete are extending the strict biosecurity regime against sheep and goat scab until August 6, 2026, due to high infection rates in Greece.
The Chairman of the Agricultural Committee, Yavor Gechev, announced plans for a new Law on Cooperatives, digitalization of subsidy controls, and the introduction of criminal liability for systemic frauds in the sector.
Expert commissions are beginning inspections of agricultural lands in the Stara Zagora, Burgas, Kardzhali, and Varna regions affected by the recent storms. Farmers must submit documents within a 10-day period.
The Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) is calling on livestock farmers to implement stricter control measures for the movement of animals, vehicles, and visitors to prevent outbreaks on farms.
New data from Eurostat reveals that despite increasing digitalization, advanced technologies such as robotics and management systems are accessible to only a small fraction of European farms.
The Association of Pig Farmers in Bulgaria has called on the Minister of Agriculture to recognize the sector as strategic and to provide targeted funding for modernization, biosecurity, and digital transformation.
Due to increased interest from producers, the State Fund Agriculture is extending the application period for loans for various interventions in the 'Beekeeping' sector.
The international "Tractor of the Year 2027" competition has begun with the presentation of 23 models from 18 manufacturers. The focus is on automation, sustainability, and cabin innovations.
A strong storm and hail devastated agricultural areas in Yambol, with sunflower crops completely destroyed in some villages. The regional administration is urging farmers to submit their documents quickly.
Agricultural producers who applied under Eco-SZPP, Eco-PZP, and the fruit intervention must submit documents via the SEU by the end of July 2026.
The 'K. A. Timiryazev' Vocational High School in Ruse is a key provider of personnel for agriculture in the region, but administrative obstacles and demographic challenges threaten the training of specialists.
Experts from the Sofia Commodity Exchange report an increase in wheat and corn prices on global markets, driven by climate factors and stock levels.
Escalation near the Strait of Hormuz is driving up natural gas and nitrogen fertilizer prices. While there is no risk of physical deficit in Bulgaria, Bulgarian farmers are facing immense economic pressure.
While Brussels declares livestock farming to be "critical infrastructure," Bulgarian farmers are struggling with a record decline in sheep farming and dairy production, as the market is flooded with cheap imports.
Extreme heat in Italy is affecting milk yields and storage costs for Parmigiano Reggiano. An industry generating €4.5 billion is under pressure.
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