MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Support for farmers affected by low temperatures in March 2025 – E-001579/2025

Question for written answer  E-001579/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Daniel Buda (PPE)

In March 2025, Romania was hit by late frosts and sub-zero temperatures after many farmers had already sown their spring crops. These adverse weather conditions caused significant losses, severely affecting agricultural production and farmers’ incomes.

Late spring frosts also constitute a major threat to fruit growing, especially during the flowering season, when fruit trees are extremely vulnerable. Sub-zero temperatures at this critical stage of development are liable to seriously compromise this year’s production.

• 1.Given that in February 2025 the Commission allocated EUR 98,6 million from the agricultural reserve to support farmers in certain Member States affected by natural disasters and extreme weather events, would it not consider it appropriate to extend these measures to Romanian farmers affected by the frosts in March 2025?
• 2.What concrete measures is the Commission considering to financially support farmers in Romania affected by these exceptional climatic conditions?

Submitted: 18.4.2025