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Farmers urged to raise contract concerns as adjudicator reports progress
The Agricultural Supply Chain Adjudicator has published its second annual report, urging farmers to speak up about supply contracts. It cites a dairy case in which surplus milk sales to other buyers were confirmed as permitted. The Farming Minister backed the work and pointed to stronger dairy protections.
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What does it mean?
If you supply milk or pigs under a contract, you can ask the adjudicator's office for advice without filing a formal complaint. The office can raise problems with buyers and keep your identity private.
Who is affected?
Dairy and pig farmers who supply milk or pigs under contracts with processors and buyers.