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The Minister of Agriculture has convened regional prefects to assess crop damage and finalize a comprehensive emergency support package for farmers facing unprecedented drought conditions.
Annie Genevard's presence at a lunch with a Russian lobbyist has caused embarrassment for the French executive, with Sébastien Lecornu demanding an explanation, while Genevard claims she was unaware of the guest list.
France's Minister of Agriculture, Annie Genevard, has warned of a 'very heavy bill' for the agricultural sector following a summer of five heatwaves, drought, and record fires, announcing a meeting with prefects to assess production losses.
The French National Assembly is set to examine an emergency agricultural bill next week, aiming to address farmers' concerns while balancing environmental protection requirements.
Annie Genevard expressed satisfaction after the controversial emergency agricultural law, aimed at protecting farmers against unfair competition, was adopted by the French National Assembly.