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Farmers From The FNSEA And JA Unions Protest In Toulouse Against Regulations

Farmers throw manure in front of the 'Cite Administrative' in Toulouse. Called by their main unions (FDSEA, FNSEA, JA), farmers came in Toulouse with their tractors to protest against regulations about biocides, irrigation and water. They say that pesticides use regulations is hampering their work to feed the population. The EU has recently totally banned the use of neonicotinoids for their effects on bees populations. They also demand to built new water reserves and dams for future droughts. Farmers threw manure at the Cite Administrative (Administrative City) and at the FNE (France Nature Environment) before leaving Toulouse. They were received by the Prefect. Toulouse. France. February 17th 2023. (Photo by Alain Pitton/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#9604756
Date Taken	17 February 2023
Location	N/A
Photographer	Alain Pitton/NurPhoto
Category	Social Issue
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Alain Pitton/NurPhoto

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