Agriculture
News about agriculture — harvests, subsidies, markets, policies, and challenges facing farmers.
EU Commissioner Hansen arrives in Bulgaria to discuss the future of agriculture
Minister Takhov is expecting a high-level visit that will focus on the Common Agricultural Policy and the challenges facing European agriculture for the period 2028-2034.
The Eurozone - a historic chance for Bulgarian agriculture according to Minister Takhov
The Ministry of Agriculture presents key benefits of joining the eurozone, emphasizing economic advantages and the potential for modernization of the agricultural sector.
Bulgaria presents organic agriculture and wines at leading international forums in Germany
The Council of Ministers approved Bulgaria's participation in two prestigious exhibitions in 2026 - "BIOFACH" and "ProWein", which will support local producers in international trade.
Bulgaria Enters the Eurozone: Key Decisions for Agriculture and European Budget
The Ministry of Agriculture is organizing an information meeting about the adoption of the euro and the new EU agricultural policy with a horizon until 2034.
Grain producers demand fair financing in the new agricultural plan
The National Association of Grain Producers proposes a mechanism for more uniform distribution of investment funds between different agricultural sectors for the period 2023-2027.
Wine Industry in Crisis: Drastic Harvest Decline Due to Climate Change
An expert from the National Viticulture and Winemaking Chamber reveals serious challenges facing Bulgarian wine production due to extreme meteorological conditions and the lack of irrigation systems.
Bulgarian Pie Fund in Agriculture: A Revolutionary Risk Management Mechanism
The Ministry of Agriculture presented an innovative concept for creating a Pie Fund that will support Bulgarian farmers in facing climate challenges through financial compensation and risk management.
Monkeypox epidemic terrorizes Bulgarian livestock farming: 60 hotspots threaten the sector
The National Sheep Breeding Association is sounding the alarm about the drastic spread of the animal disease pox, with the number of registered outbreaks reaching critical levels that threaten the entire country.
Drastic Veterinary Measure: Mass Destruction of Sheep in Sheynovo
In the village of Sheynovo in Kazanlak, an unprecedented destruction of a herd of 1000 sheep is imminent due to an established smallpox infection, which will require a decade for complete recovery.
Agricultural consultants with high interest in innovative services
The strategic development plan for agriculture attracts serious attention among expert organizations, with submitted applications exceeding the planned budget by nearly 1.6 million euros.
Modernization of irrigation system expands agricultural potential
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food is investing in the reconstruction of a key irrigation canal, which will improve water supply for agricultural lands and reduce distribution losses.
Agricultural trade unions and the ministry discuss sectoral challenges
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food organized an extraordinary briefing with representatives of leading trade union organizations to present an official position regarding the current protest actions in the sector.
Samakov - the epicenter of raspberry production in Bulgaria
Deputy Minister Stefan Burdzev opened the National Raspberry Producers Exhibition, emphasizing the importance of the agricultural sector and achievements in fruit production.
Rural areas with extended deadline for investment projects until 2025
The Managing Authority of the Rural Development Program has published draft guidelines for amendments that extend the deadlines for implementing project proposals aimed at improving the agricultural sector.
Emergency Restrictions on Agricultural Activities Due to Fire Risk
The Ministry of Agriculture is introducing strict temporary bans on agricultural activities aimed at preventing fire hazards during the critical summer period between July and September 2025.