Queensland farmers call for probe into price gouging after premier writes to grocery giants
by Andrew Messenger from World news | The Guardian on (#6HP46)
Peak body says farmers aren't getting fair value' as Steven Miles demands answers from supermarkets on overcharging claims
A peak body representing Queensland farmers has increased pressure for an inquiry into price gouging after the state's premier wrote to the big supermarket chains demanding answers over a widening gap" between the prices farmers receive and those customers pay.
The Queensland premier, Steven Miles, sent a letter to the CEOs of Coles, Woolworths, IGA and Aldi on Friday telling them about his growing concern" about the disparity between checkout prices and the value farmers receive for their stock.
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