Farmers and food producers seek fairness from retailers

Farmers and food producers throughout Europe are heaping pressure on national and EU authorities to take firmer positions on retail practices.

IFA national chairman Jer Bergin said Ireland’s next government must appoint an independent ombudsman to ensure the new grocery goods regulations are effective.

Under the regulations, which come into force on April 30, retailers will have to provide transparency and clarity in their dealings with suppliers, through contractual relationships.