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USDA Plans to Lower Food Costs and Increase Competition among Agri Businesses.
Jul 20, 2023
To address concerns over rising food prices and promote fair competition within the agricultural industry, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced plans to collaborate with 31 states and the District of Columbia. The goal is to target price-fixing practices and anticompetitive behavior that have been adversely affecting farmers and consumers alike.
On Wednesday, the USDA revealed its strategy, which includes working with attorneys from both political parties to enforce laws against price-fixing and the consolidation of businesses. This move comes after months of farmers expressing dissatisfaction with low prices for their products and unfair contracts with major buyers and processors in the agriculture sector.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack issued a statement in which he emphasized the importance of creating a more robust and competitive agricultural sector. To achieve this, the USDA aims to shed light on anticompetitive activities, including price gouging, which occurs when sellers demand unfairly high prices during times of increased demand.
In addition to addressing current concerns, the USDA also plans to implement new research programs to study the root causes of price fluctuations and anti-competitive practices. By better understanding the underlying issues, the department hopes to develop more effective solutions and regulations.
The USDA's efforts extend beyond addressing unfair pricing practices. The department is also set to finalize new rules under the Packers and Stockyards Act, which aims to protect livestock, meat, and poultry industries from unfair trade and monopolistic business practices. These changes seek to ensure a level playing field for all stakeholders involved.
In line with President Joe Biden's executive order supporting competition in the American economy, the USDA's new initiatives are part of a broader 'whole-of-government' competition policy. The administration seeks to create a fair and competitive economic landscape that benefits both producers and consumers.
Furthermore, the USDA plans to allocate funds to expand the meat and poultry industries, with the goal of increasing processing choices available to farmers who raise animals. By diversifying the options available, farmers can have more control over their products and mitigate the influence of dominant market players.
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