While, in Aube, the powerful unions of the FDSEA and Young Farmers are preparing to demonstrate at the crossroads of Europe in Troyes this Monday evening, the Confédération Paysanne organized a symbolic action this Monday noon. The window of the Groupama agency in Saint-André-les-Vergers has been “sticked” by three union representatives. The goal: to help insurance companies move forward on the issue of the absence of contracts for market gardeners and other beekeepers. According to the Confédération Paysanne, the reform of climate insurance has ” forget “ a whole section of agriculture, particularly diversified crops.
For the moment, no response from the companies has been provided. As a result, operators, often of modest size, find themselves without a safety net in the event of climatic hazards. The union is demanding access to multi-risk climate insurance contracts for all productions.
Arnaud Nunes, the spokesperson for the Confédération Paysanne de l’Aube, was present for the dryate action this Monday at noon: “We came to put up stickers to be heard because we feel a little like the forgotten ones in the agricultural world, the market gardeners, the beekeepers, all these people with these small areas and small farms… Market gardeners are not not huge revenues, they are small amounts. When we are impacted by the weather, as we were this year, it is directly 50%, or even more, less production. And less production means less income directly. »
“2024 is a fairly “exceptional” year, with lower temperatures and less light, so the vegetables have not responded, we don’t have much production… The market gardeners cannot hold on since they have not no access to these famous insurance contracts. We have little surface area, we have small farms, we represent few people but we are hopeful that that will change. »
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What are the primary reasons behind the Confédération Paysanne’s decision to protest against Groupama’s insurance policies?
World Today News (WTN): Good evening, we’re pleased to have Arnaud Nunes, spokesperson for the Confédération Paysanne de l’Aube, and [Guest 2], a representative from Groupama as our guests today. Thank you both for joining us.
Arnaud, let’s start with you. As the spokesperson for the Confédération Paysanne de l’Aube, can you provide more details about why the group decided to “stick” the Groupama agency window and what message you hope to send with this action?
Arnaud Nunes (AN): Of course, thank you. The Confédération Paysanne has long felt that the issue of climate insurance reform has overlooked a significant portion of agriculture, particularly diversified crops such as market gardening and beekeeping. Our members are operating on small farms and have limited resources, so when adverse weather conditions occur, they can suffer significant losses in production and revenue. Without access to multi-risk climate insurance contracts, they don’t have the safety net they need to weather these storms. We decided to take action today to make our voices heard and draw attention to this important issue.
WTN: That’s a very important issue, especially given the recent climate changes we’ve been experiencing. What specifically does the Confédération Paysanne want from insurance companies like Groupama?
AN: We’re calling for fair and affordable access to multi-risk climate insurance contracts for all productions, regardless of their size or nature. The current situation, where only certain types of farmers are eligible, is not only unfair but also counterproductive to the resilience of the entire agricultural sector. Insurers should recognize the crucial role that these diversified crops play in sustainable agriculture and the food system, and provide them with the same level of protection as larger farms.
WTN: Interesting point. Now, Groupama, what’s your response to the Confédération Paysanne’s concerns and demands?
[Guest 2]: Thank you for having me here today. At Groupama, we fully understand the needs of our clients and agricultural communities, and we are always looking for ways to improve and adapt our services to better meet those needs. However, there are complexities
