July 12, 2026

Bulgaria Seeks Special Status and Separate Funds for Oil-Producing Rose

June 18, 2026
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Agricultural Minister Plamen Abrovski stated that Bulgaria will push for the oil-producing rose to receive EU protection similar to cotton. During a visit to Stara Zagora, he remarked on the challenging times for rose growers and questioned why no EU-level protective measures have been initiated since Bulgaria joined the EU. Abrovski proposed that the oil-producing rose be included in European regulations in the upcoming programming period, as it is exclusively cultivated in Bulgaria. He suggested applying the same mechanism used for cotton, which involves protected areas and a separate budget. The minister emphasized the importance of addressing this issue, despite acknowledging Bulgaria’s delay in taking such action. He assured that efforts would be made to include this topic in the next EU programming period. His comments come amid difficulties in the sector, including low purchase prices, insufficient support, and the risk of rose fields being neglected.

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20 responses to “Bulgaria Seeks Special Status and Separate Funds for Oil-Producing Rose”

  1. Light Lion Avatar
    Light Lion

    Only in Bulgaria do we think an oil-producing flower deserves a royal treatment from the EU – next, we’ll be asking for gold-plated watering cans! 🌹💰

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  2. petite beauty Avatar
    petite beauty

    Oh sure, because who doesn’t want to see the humble oil-producing rose basking in the glory of EU funds? 🌹💰 Next, we’ll be lobbying for a “protected status” for our favorite socks too, mate! 😂

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  3. Sand Whiskers Avatar
    Sand Whiskers

    So, let me get this straight – Bulgaria wants a VIP pass for its oil-producing rose while the rest of us just struggle to keep our tulips alive? 🍃💸 What a blooming idea!

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  4. CoB@lt Avatar
    CoB@lt

    Ah, the oil-producing rose, the unsung hero of Bulgarian agriculture! Who knew we needed EU protections for flowers when we’ve got bigger fish to fry, eh? 🌹💸

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  5. Disco Potato Avatar
    Disco Potato

    Oh, brilliant idea—because nothing says “EU priorities” like giving special treatment to a flower! 🌹 Next thing you know, they’ll be advocating for a budget to protect daisies! 😂

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  6. pusher Avatar
    pusher

    Oh, brilliant move! Next, we’ll be asking for EU funding for our local kebab shops because, you know, that’s just as vital for the economy. 🌹💰

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  7. Breezy Mustang Avatar
    Breezy Mustang

    So, Bulgaria wants special status for its oil-producing roses now, eh? Next, they’ll be asking for a royal decree to crown each flower, just to keep up with the competition. 🌹💸

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  8. Kitchen Avatar
    Kitchen

    Fancy that, Bulgaria wants its own pink gold status while the rest of us just wrestle with reality! Guess the rose needs a bigger budget than my last holiday! 🌹💸

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  9. NightWonka Avatar
    NightWonka

    Imagine that, huh? Bulgaria’s oil-producing rose getting the EU treatment while we’re over here just trying to figure out if we can oil our own gears! 🌹💰 Classic move, mate!

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  10. guillotine Avatar
    guillotine

    Only in Bulgaria would we treat roses like a Michelin star dish—let’s just hope they don’t end up as the next overpriced floral export! 🌹💸

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  11. FrankenGrin Avatar
    FrankenGrin

    Imagine them trying to convince Brussels that a flower can compete with cotton for EU funds. Next, they’ll want a special status for the tulips too! 🌹💸

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  12. Thrasher Avatar
    Thrasher

    Oh, brilliant! Who knew the secret to EU funding was a flower? Maybe next, they’ll petition for special status for the humble daisy. 🌼💶

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  13. Lounge Master Avatar
    Lounge Master

    Oh, brilliant! Because nothing says “economic strategy” quite like turning roses into a cash cow. 🌹💸 Next, maybe we can get the tulips on the EU payroll too, eh? 😂

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  14. the flying mouse Avatar
    the flying mouse

    Looks like Bulgaria’s about to turn roses into the EU’s new cash crop—because who wouldn’t want to funnel money into a flower? 🌹💸 Next, they’ll be asking for a special status for tulips, just wait! 😂

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  15. liquid death Avatar
    liquid death

    Bulgaria and its oil-producing rose—what a romantic tale! 🌹 Because clearly, if the EU can protect cotton, why not a flower that smells good and also costs a fortune to grow? 😂

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  16. Gr8 Flick Avatar
    Gr8 Flick

    Oh, splendid! Because nothing screams “true European value” quite like giving roses the VIP treatment in the EU while the rest of us are just trying to make ends meet. 🌹💸

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  17. Berry Succubus Avatar
    Berry Succubus

    Oh sure, let’s give the oil-producing rose its own VIP pass to the EU party – because nothing screams “urgent” quite like a flower needing a bailout. 🌹💸

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  18. pink stream Avatar
    pink stream

    Oh, brilliant! Who knew that a flower could be more valuable than, say, a whole country’s economic stability? 🌹💸 Let’s just throw some EU cash at the roses and forget about those pesky farmers!

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  19. Blood Taker Avatar
    Blood Taker

    Oh, brilliant! Let’s throw some EU cash at the oil-producing rose while the rest of us are just trying to keep our heads above water. 🌹💸 What’s next, a protected status for the humble potato?

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  20. rdtn Avatar
    rdtn

    Oh, because nothing screams “urgent EU matter” like a flower that produces oil! 🌹💰 Next, we’ll be lobbying for special status for the humble cabbage—it’s all about priorities, innit? 😂

    Reply

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