CDU/CSU Criticizes Government’s Agricultural Policy with 101 Questions
Berlin. The CDU/CSU parliamentary group has submitted a 101-question catalog to the federal government, criticizing its agricultural and food policy. The opposition accuses the government of neglecting important issues and failing to provide farmers with the necessary support.
Lack of Perspective and Direction
In a press release, the CDU/CSU parliamentary group leader Friedrich Merz criticized the government’s “lack of perspective and direction” in agricultural policy. He accused the government of failing to provide farmers with clear goals and reliable framework conditions.
Specific Deficiencies
The 101 questions cover a wide range of topics, including:
- The government’s plans to reduce livestock farming
- The impact of the EU’s Green Deal on German agriculture
- The government’s support for organic farming
- The shortage of skilled workers in agriculture
- The competitiveness of German agriculture in the international market
Demand for Clear Answers
Merz demanded clear answers from the government on these issues. He said that farmers needed to know what to expect in the future in order to be able to make informed decisions.
Government Responds
The federal government has not yet responded to the CDU/CSU’s questions. However, a spokesman for the Ministry of Agriculture said that the government was working on a comprehensive agricultural policy package. This package is expected to be presented in the spring of 2023.
Controversy Over Livestock Reduction
One of the most controversial topics raised in the CDU/CSU’s questions is the government’s plans to reduce livestock farming. The government has set a goal of reducing the number of livestock in Germany by 50% by 2030. This plan has been met with strong criticism from farmers and agricultural associations.
Impact of EU Green Deal
Another issue raised in the questions is the impact of the EU’s Green Deal on German agriculture. The Green Deal is a set of policies aimed at making the EU’s economy more sustainable. Some farmers are concerned that the Green Deal will impose excessive burdens on agriculture.
Conclusion
The CDU/CSU’s 101 questions highlight the deep divisions between the government and the opposition on agricultural policy. The government will need to provide clear answers to these questions in order to regain the trust of farmers and the agricultural sector.
Union stellt 101 Fragen zur Agrar- und Ernährungspolitik
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