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Florin Barbu, the Minister of Agriculture, states he will not support the EU regulation unless it includes fair measures for farmers' subsidies and irrigation systems. He emphasizes that agriculture should not be treated as a mere budget appendix for EU funds. Barbu advocates for stable subsidy values and proactive measures to prevent losses in agriculture. He also calls for strong actions during drought periods to support farmers. Investments in modern irrigation systems are seen as crucial for enhancing Romanian agriculture's productivity and reducing reliance on drought compensation.