epa11105678 French farmers in tractors arrive to Montpellier to demonstrate in front of prefecture of Montpellier, France, 26 January 2024. French farmers continue their protests with road blockades and demonstrations in front of state buildings awaiting a response from the government to their request for  immediate  aid of several hundred million euros. On 23 January, the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council highlighted the importance of providing the conditions necessary to enable EU farmers to ensure food security sustainably and profitably, as well as ensuring a fair income for farmers.  EPA/GUILLAUME HORCAJUELO