Spanish Supermarkets charge the earth whilst farmers get less than it costs to produce

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SUPERMARKETS AND PRICES

The Valencia Life Network reported today that the Farmers Association COAG has come out with some shocking figures that reveal the perilous financial situation of their members, and have accused the leading distribution chains - headed by the Valencian Supermarket chain Mercadona, but also such chains as Lidl, Carrefour, Eroski and El Corte Ingles of failing to pass on profits.

An example of a kilo of potatoes was cited that cost 15 centimes to produce, but the farmers only received six centimes, whilst the sale price in supermarkets was 90 centimes, or 1,500% more than the original price.

The same policy applies to milk that costs between 31 and 34 centimes to produce, but the farmers are paid 27 centimes, whilst the sale price in the stores is 85 centimes.

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