Portuguese farmers are increasingly frustrated with the lack of public support, at a time when rising fuel costs are significantly harming agricultural activity in the country. The situation is generating harsh criticism of the Government from the sector.
CAP's (Confederation of Farmers) secretary-general, Luís Mira, spoke to DN (Diário de Notícias) about the situation. He compared the lack of measures in Portugal with what is being done in Spain, stating that "nothing is being done here."
Luís Mira directly criticized the actions of AD (Aliança Democrática, the governing party/coalition), saying that "it seems like AD is punishing the agricultural sector." This is a serious accusation against the executive.
The article thus presents a portrait of growing dissatisfaction in the Portuguese agricultural sector, with farmers feeling abandoned by the political power in the face of the economic challenges they face, especially related to energy costs.
