European farmer co-ops urge AGRI to conclude CAP talks and oppose negative effects of Mercusor deal

The new chairman of the European Parliament agri committee Norbert Lins has been challenged to conclude the Common Agricultural Policy talks and oppose the negative effects of the Mercosur trade deal.

Copa and Cogeca, which represents European farmers and co-operatives, welcomed the German MEP to the post, noting that he has proven experience on both agricultural matters and the functioning of the European institutions.