Farmers fear EU ammonia cuts policy proposals

European farmers warn that Brussels plans to cut ammonia emissions as much as 30% would have a severe impact on the agriculture sector.

Copa-Cogeca, representing farmers and food co-ops, warned that these plans are expected in the upcoming review of EU air quality policy, and are not realistic, achievable, cost effective, or backed-up by science.

Copa-Cogeca Secretary-General Pekka Pesonen said, “We believe that the Commission should recognise the reductions and investment already undertaken by the farm sector.