Femke Wiersma appointed as Minister of Agriculture by the BBB

Femke Wiersma, a 39-year-old politician from Friesland, has been appointed as the new Minister of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality by the BoerBurgerBeweging (BBB) party. She has been a member of the BBB since its inception and is currently serving as the provincial councillor for agriculture and water management in Friesland.

Wiersma is a passionate advocate for farmers and agriculture. She has been a vocal critic of the current government's agricultural policies, which she believes have been unfair to farmers and have led to a decline in the number of farms in the Netherlands. She has also been a strong supporter of the BBB's plans to reduce the tax burden on farmers and to invest in sustainable agriculture.

Wiersma's appointment has been welcomed by the agricultural sector. The Dutch Farmers' Union (LTO) said that she is "a strong and experienced politician who will fight for the interests of farmers." The Dutch Agricultural and Horticultural Organisation (NAJK) said that she is "a good choice for the job and will bring a fresh perspective to the Ministry of Agriculture."