Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at Vinitaly. "These are somewhat complex days but I was particularly keen to be here today making a significant effort in these curious days for several reasons", she said.

The Prime Minister explained that she went "to reiterate once again the value and centrality that this government attributes to the world of agriculture, "to the possibility for our farmers to continue to produce excellence while being recognized at the right price", Meloni said. She added that she was there to "reiterate the importance of agriculture to the future of the country and the world" The visit was part of a series of events taking place across the country to mark the 50th anniversary of the start of the Second World War. For more information, go to: http://www.giorgianemeloni.com/en/news/2013/01/30/vinitaly-agriculture-tour.html. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here.