Farmers are concerned that the unratified Mercosur deal with Latin American countries could disrupt European markets, especially in beef and poultry sectors. The EU plans to introduce safeguards, including a potential fund or reserve to support farmers, but there is confusion over the terminology. The distinction between a fund (proactive support) and a reserve (reactive support) is crucial, as it affects how financial aid will be provided. The EU aims to reassure farmers that they will have support in case of market disruptions, drawing on past experiences with similar measures. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)