On Wednesday, October 7, the Cournon-d'Auvergne Livestock Summit near Clermont-Ferrand became an important stop for political figures preparing for the 2027 presidential elections. Prominent candidates such as Marine Le Pen, François Ruffin, Éric Zemmour, and Nicolas Dupont-Aignan attended the event, engaging with farmers and visitors. The summit has grown in significance as the election season approaches, drawing national attention and becoming a required visit for major political figures. Around 200 journalists were accredited to cover the event, and Le Pen's presence included opportunities for attendees to take selfies with her. Some visitors expressed skepticism about the political engagement. Martine, a retired farmer, criticized the event as more of a spectacle than a meaningful political gathering. She argued that political leaders often make promises but fail to deliver on them. Younger attendees, such as Samantha and Eva, who are agronomy engineering students, viewed the political presence with a critical eye. Samantha noted that taking photos of Le Pen was more about mockery than genuine interest in her policies. Frédérique, a handicapped entrepreneur, described the event as a political showcase but doubted whether the interactions would result in real change. She approached Le Pen directly to discuss issues affecting self-employed workers and handicapped entrepreneurs. Christelle, a horse breeder, welcomed the presence of the National Rally, indicating a desire for change and openness to considering a far-right alternative. Gill, a retired supporter, saw the event as a platform for patriotic ideas and believed it was a necessary move given the current state of France. Eric Zemmour, president of the "Reconquête" movement, called for a rebalancing of the Common Agricultural Policy to favor production and proposed a "French agricultural exception." He also advocated for exiting free trade agreements while remaining part of the European common market. Nicolas Dupont-Aignan, from "Debout la France," promoted a return to French sovereignty, citing Switzerland as an example. His visit was more low-key compared to other candidates. Laurent Wauquiez, not a 2027 candidate, met with farmers alongside Fabrice Pannekoucke, the president of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, and other officials from the LR party. Jean Lassalle, from the "Résistons" movement, made a brief appearance and launched a fundraising campaign for a possible 2027 candidacy. Other expected attendees at the summit include Fabien Roussel from the PCF, Gabriel Attal from the Renaissance party, Edouard Philippe from Horizons, and Annie Genevard, the Minister of Agriculture, who is expected to attend on Thursday, October 8.