Agriculture - Farmers protest with more than 1000 tractors in Koblenz
On Friday evening, farmers around Koblenz demonstrated with more than 1000 tractors against the federal government's cost-cutting plans. This was announced by the police on Saturday night. Contrary to the original forecast of around 300 participating tractor drivers, the police estimated the number of vehicles at 1100 in the meantime. There were no major incidents. Despite the high number of vehicles, it was possible to channel the convoys, close larger gaps and guide the tractors out of the city via the pre-arranged route over the Kurt Schumacher Bridge, it was said.
Farmers in various German cities have been protesting for days against the planned abolition of tax concessions by the traffic light coalition. They fear considerable additional costs if the subsidy for agricultural diesel is abolished and motor vehicle tax has to be paid for tractors in future. Agricultural and forestry vehicles are currently exempt from vehicle tax. Farmers currently only pay around half the tax rate for agricultural diesel.
Police report
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- The Federal Government's savings plan, which includes the abolition of tax concessions for agricultural diesel and the imposition of vehicle tax on tractors, has sparked protests among farmers across Rhineland-Palatinate and other German cities.
- In an effort to save on their expenses, many farmers in these regions have started implementing a savings plan, as they anticipate considerable additional costs if the plans come to fruition.
- On Monday, farmers in Coblenz plan to rally once again with their tractors, this time advocating for a more agrarian approach to the Federal Government's policies, backed by local law enforcement.
- Traffic in Coblenz is expected to be affected as the farmers' convoy makes its way through the city, and the police have urged drivers to be patient and follow traffic regulations to ensure the safety of all individuals involved.
- Despite their differing views, there have been no reports of major incidents during previous demonstrations, as both the farmers and the police have maintained a peaceful and orderly dialogue throughout the protests.
Source: www.stern.de
