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Bulgaria’s Agricultural Landscape Shrinks: Over 400,000 Farms Disappear in 15 Years
Bulgaria's farming sector has shrunk by 75% over 15 years, losing 401,871 farms, according to Prof. Bozhidar Ivanov of the Agricultural Academy of Sofia, highlighting severe challenges for small-scale farmers amid policy changes and economic pressures
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Bulgarian Farmers to Receive 200 Million Leva in Ukrainian Aid
On Monday, Minister Takhov assured agricultural producers that initial payments would be processed by the end of November. However, farmers expressed dissatisfaction, demanding a personal guarantee from Petkova to ensure the funds would be released without further delays
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Bulgarian farmers protest against agricultural imports, demand Government intervention
Bulgaria's agricultural sector is grappling with escalating tensions as five sectoral agricultural organizations unite to demand immediate subsidy payments to counter the adverse impacts of Ukrainian agricultural imports
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Road to Sinemorets and Rezovo Reopens Amid Flood Warnings
Earlier in the day, the swollen river had rendered the road impassable, leading authorities to block the section as a precautionary measure. Following a decrease in water levels, the municipality announced that vehicles could now traverse the route, though with an urgent advisory for drivers to exercise extreme caution
Heavy Snowfall Disrupts Start of Vitosha Ski Season, Leaving Hundreds Stranded
The situation escalated when a snowplow became stuck, forcing authorities to close the road entirely. Police redirected traffic away from the area, but with no public transport operating, many visitors were left stranded
Karlos Nasar Named Best Weightlifter in the World for 2024
Nasar’s dominance in the sport was cemented by his triple crown victory, securing Olympic, world, and European championship titles in a single calendar year. He credited his triumph to relentless dedication, the support of his coaches, and the encouragement of his fans
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Kulata Border Checkpoint Undergoes Major Upgrades Ahead of Bulgaria’s Schengen Entry
The project aims to enhance traffic flow at one of the country’s busiest border crossings by widening lanes and improving road infrastructure. The construction focuses on creating two lanes in each direction leading up to the checkpoint, with a 200-meter expansion on both sides
Trailblazer of Bulgarian Investigative Journalism Margarita Mikhneva Dies at 72
Margarita Mikhneva, a pioneering figure in Bulgarian investigative journalism, has passed away at the age of 72 following a prolonged battle with cancer. Her death in Geneva was confirmed by Focus news agency, marking the end of an era for Bulgarian media