The reasons behind the farmer protests that have spanned the EU, from East to West, are many, but what has emerged is that farmers are having a challenging time covering their costs. This is due to a flawed subsidy system that rewards farmers based on quantity — how much land they own — and not in terms of the quality of the food produced. Plus, the impact of industrialized agriculture is being felt, especially because of its precarious working conditions and its massive environmental and climate impact.

 This article argues that the most viable way to move towards a food system transformation is based on sustainable agriculture that is rooted in agroecological principles.