Agriculture Minister Ignas Hofmanas opposes ratifying the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement.The Seimas Committee on Rural Affairs and ministry have taken this position, awaiting further explanation from the European Commission.The parliamentary committee urged the government to block the agreement, citing farmers' competition concerns.Hofmanas highlighted risks to Lithuania's meat sector, particularly poultry and beef, given the country's significant agricultural exports.While former deputy minister Vytenis Tomkus sees potential export benefits, farmers' organizations warn of risks to agriculture, environment, and food safety standards. (ICE VARSAVIA)

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