THE National Farmers’ Federation has thrown its support behind calls to strengthen merger laws – saying the move is one of a number needed to ensure fair competition for farmers.
In its submission to a parliamentary inquiry on ‘Competition and Economic Dynamism’, the NFF has warned that exploitation of market power is threatening the viability of many farm businesses.
“Farmers don’t shy away from competition,” said NFF Vice President, David Jochinke.
“We compete in a fiercely competitive global marketplace, and that competition has made Australian farmers among the most…
