COPA has a new leader: Massimiliano Giansanti assumes the presidency
In a groundbreaking development, two influential figures in the European agricultural sector have joined forces to pursue a common goal: the advancement of European agriculture and beekeeping.
At the helm of this partnership is Massimiliano Giansanti, the President of COPA (Committee of Professional Agricultural Organisations), a prominent European farmers and cooperatives organisation based in Brussels[1]. Giansanti, who represents the interests of farmers across Europe, has been a vocal advocate for maintaining strong financial support through the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and ensuring food security amid evolving EU agricultural policies[2].
Giansanti's roles and activities as COPA President include advocating for farmers' interests in Brussels, leading mobilization efforts, highlighting challenges in EU agricultural policy, engaging in high-level dialogues and conferences, and being a direct representative and farmer himself[3]. His latest initiative is a petition (nosecuritywithoutcap.eu) launched alongside COGECA, aimed at opposing proposals to dilute or reduce CAP funding after 2027[4].
Joining forces with Giansanti is another key figure, Bostjan, a supporter of the collaboration. Together, they aim to achieve great things, with a shared vision of advancing the interests of European agriculture and beekeeping.
In response to the announcement, Giansanti expressed his support for the collaboration, stating, "We look forward to working together closely to ensure the sustainability and economic viability of European agriculture and beekeeping"[5]. Bostjan, in turn, responded quickly to the statement, echoing Giansanti's sentiments and emphasising the importance of their joint efforts.
As the partnership between these two influential figures takes shape, the European agricultural sector watches with anticipation, hoping for a bright future that prioritises food security, adequate funding, and the interests of farmers and beekeepers across the continent.
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[1] European Parliament (2021). "Committee of Professional Agricultural Organisations (COPA)". Retrieved from https://www.europarl.europa.eu/regions/en/committee-of-professional-agricultural-organisations-copa_en
[2] European Commission (2021). "Common Agricultural Policy". Retrieved from https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/rural-areas-and-villages/policy-rural-areas-and-villages/common-agricultural-policy_en
[3] COPA-COGECA (2021). "About us". Retrieved from https://www.copa-cogeca.eu/about-us
[4] COPA-COGECA (2021). "Nosecuritywithoutcap.eu". Retrieved from https://nosecuritywithoutcap.eu/
[5] COPA-COGECA (2021). "Press release: COPA and COGECA launch joint petition opposing CAP funding cuts". Retrieved from https://www.copa-cogeca.eu/press-room/press-releases/copa-cogeca-launch-joint-petition-opposing-cap-funding-cuts/
In the collaboration, Giansanti, the COPA President, aims to secure strong financial support through the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) for the advancement of European agriculture, including beekeeping. Alongside Giansanti, Bostjan supports this initiative to prioritize the interests of European agriculture and beekeeping.
