What is a noted challenge to the EU Green Deal according to the material?

• A. Overfunding by member states
• B. Pushback from farming electorates in Germany and France
• C. Rapid technological breakthroughs
• D. Lack of international cooperation

Answer: (B)

A major hurdle for the EU Green Deal is political acceptance from the farming sector. Farmers in large member states, especially Germany and France, have strong electoral influence and organized voices through farm unions and associations. When environmental rules and shifts in subsidies come with higher costs, tighter practices, or changes to income support, these voters worry about livelihoods and competitiveness. That concern translates into political pushback, lobbying, and pressure on governments to slow down or soften reforms, making it harder to implement ambitious green policies quickly. This kind of resistance within core voting blocs is a well-documented challenge to moving the Green Deal forward. By contrast, issues like overfunding, rapid tech breakthroughs, or lack of international cooperation are less central as direct political obstacles in this context, so the farmer pushback stands out as the key barrier highlighted in the material.