Kiril Vatev

Bulgarian Farmers Call Off Protests After Government Agreement

Farmers across Bulgaria have decided to end their protest actions following fruitful negotiations with government officials. The National Grain Producers Association Chair, Iliya Prodanov, announced the decision after a meeting with Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov and Agriculture and Food Minister Kiril Vatev.

Bulgarian Farmers Extend Protests, Blockades Continue for Third Consecutive Day

Bulgarian farmers have entered their third day of protests, with blockades disrupting key transportation routes across the country. The National Grains Association has stated that the protests will escalate each day until their demands are met, with a temporary halt planned for the upcoming weekend.

Farmers Will Block Main Roads In Bulgaria For Two Hours Today

Today, agricultural producers across Bulgaria are taking to the streets in protest against the government's proposed support measures, announced the Bulgarian Agrarian Chamber (BAC). Members of the National Association of Grain Producers (NAG), part of the BAC, have outlined plans to block junction roads nationwide for two hours, starting from 10 a.m.

Bulgarians Honor St. Tryphon Today

On February 1, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Martyr Tryphon, a revered healing saint. Traditionally, Bulgarians observed the symbolic spring pruning of vines on February 14, known as "Tryphon Zarezan" in honor of the saint. Folklore depicts Saint Tryphon as the guardian of vineyards, revered by winegrowers, winemakers, and innkeepers.

Bulgaria Urges Tighter Controls on Sunflower Exports in Talks with Ukraine

Bulgarian Agriculture Minister Kiril Vatev engaged in an online discussion with Ukrainian counterpart Mykola Solsky, focusing on violations in the export licensing system for key crops like sunflower, rapeseed, maize, and wheat. Vatev highlighted concerns over attempts to bypass licensing requirements through specific imports, vowing that corrective action is necessary.

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