A strong warning
The tractor-trailers that have recently taken place in Catalonia have been a clear sign of the frustration and the demand for changes in the institutional landscape. Although Catalan farmers have shown restraint in their actions, it is important to recognize their willingness to empathize and their determination to achieve positive results.
The Generalitat de Catalunya can play a key role in this situation, despite not having direct competence over the farmers’ demands. However, it has the capacity to speak and must use this opportunity to promote dialogue and negotiation with the relevant institutions.
Improvement of conditions
In addition to dialogue, the Generalitat must also take concrete measures to improve conditions in the agricultural sector. Some of these measures could include:
1. Financial support
The Generalitat must guarantee adequate financial support for farmers, speeding up the payment of aid and subsidies and simplifying online procedures to speed up the processes.
2. Personalized advice
It is important that the owners of agricultural holdings receive personalized and close advice to avoid hours of bureaucracy and unnecessary expenses in management. This advice must be face-to-face and must facilitate problem-solving and decision-making.
3. Simplification of procedures
The Generalitat must work to simplify the administrative procedures related to agriculture, reducing the amount of documents, books, notebooks and notifications that farmers have to manage. This will allow greater efficiency and a reduction in the bureaucratic burden.
Legitimate claims
The demands of the agricultural sector are legitimate and have been recognized at European level. The withdrawal of the pesticide reduction project and the review of the common agricultural policy (CAP) are clear examples of this recognition. It is important that European and national institutions work together to ensure a sustainable and fair agricultural sector.
Fair prices and fair competition
Another important aspect is the setting of fair prices for agricultural products. The large distribution chains play a key role in this matter and must ensure that the prices paid to producers are sustainable. In addition, it is necessary to review trade agreements with third countries to avoid unfair competition and ensure that imported food meets EU quality and safety standards.
conclusion
The tractor rides are a sign of the need for changes in the institutional landscape to guarantee a strong and sustainable agricultural sector. The Generalitat de Catalunya has a key role in this transformation and must work to improve the conditions of farmers and promote a constructive dialogue with the relevant institutions. It is important that the importance of the agricultural sector is recognized and that the necessary steps are taken to ensure a promising future for this vital activity for society.
