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The European Union is preparing to impose tariffs on grain imports from Russia and Belarus to appease farmers and certain member states. Tariffs are more accessible to implement than sanctions, according to Reuters. The Financial Times previously reported that the European Commission would propose tariffs of 95 euros per ton of grain from Russia and Belarus and 50% on oilseed seeds and their processed products. One anonymous EU official stated that the figures are “about right,” but they still need clarification. Another official said that this measure will likely take the form of tariffs, as …

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