Time for the MMB to make a return and give farmers a better milk

Time for the MMB to make a return and give farmers a better milk price?

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For some time, it seems dairy farmers have been under the firm grasp of milk processors with price cuts leaving many unable to plan their future. In this week’s podcast our guests Peter Alvis, Robert Craig and Neil Rowe discuss what needs to be done to take back control including discussing ideas such as bringing back the Milk Marketing Board (MMB); more dairy co-ops; diversifying as well as having better communication in the supply chain. Tune in to hear some controversial debate.

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