Agriculture minister criticizes supermarket chains

Minister of Agriculture Marian Jurečka of the Christian Democrats is criticising large supermarket chains for unethical practices and exaggerated food prices. The minister has sent out a letter to the supermarket representatives, listing the reservations of farmers and food producers. The Ministry of Agriculture has also pledged to provide small farmers with legal assistance in case they enter a legal dispute with a supermarket chain.

Author: Ruth Fraňková