Studentska lista Criticizes Outgoing Agriculture Minister and Proposes New Oversight Institutions

Studentska lista issued a statement on November 15, 2026, criticizing the outgoing Minister of Agriculture, Dragan Glamočić, for leaving the agricultural sector in a difficult position. The organization claims that the current administration is prioritizing political interests over the livelihood of farmers. According to Studentska lista, agricultural subsidies were already provided for in the budget with established payment deadlines that have not been met.

Unpaid subsidies and canceled calls

The organization reported that subsidies for crop production have not been paid out to farmers. Specifically, the City of Belgrade has canceled all five public calls for the allocation of subsidies. This cancellation occurred despite the fact that both preliminary and final ranking lists for these subsidies had already been published. Studentska lista argued that the outgoing government's technical mandate does not exempt the government or its ministries from institutional responsibility regarding these obligations.

The organization stated that "the outgoing minister's actions threaten farmers' existence and the government's technical mandate does not absolve it of responsibility." Studentska lista further emphasized that "subsidies must be paid according to established calendars and agriculture is a national interest."

Proposed agricultural oversight institutions

To address these systemic issues, Studentska lista announced an initiative to establish a new oversight body. The organization proposed the creation of a "Citizen's Ombudsman for the Preservation of Land, Water Resources, and Food Independence." This institution is intended to provide specialized protection for the resources essential to the nation's food security.

In addition to the ombudsman, Studentska lista plans to establish a new framework for agricultural representation. This plan includes the creation of local agro-parliaments and a national umbrella Agro-Parliament. These proposed institutions aim to facilitate institutional dialogue between various stakeholders in the agricultural sector, including farmers, buyers, warehouse owners, and processors.

The organization maintains that these new structures are necessary to ensure that the interests of the agricultural sector are protected regardless of the current political status of the Serbian government. By creating formal channels for dialogue, Studentska lista intends to bridge the gap between producers and the commercial entities that manage the distribution and storage of food products.

Glossary

• City of Belgrade — The City of Belgrade is the capital and largest city of Serbia. It serves as the most important hub of economy, culture, science and technology in the country.
• Studentska lista — The Student List is an electoral list formed by the Students in Blockade. It consists of 250 academics, professionals, and public figures selected by student plenums.