In some stores, Countdown is selling re-usable jute shopping bags that have the words 'FARMERS MARKET' printed on them as part of the design. Photo / Farmers' Markets New ZealandBy RNZA group representing farmers' markets has complained to the Commerce Commission about an item being sold in some Countdown supermarkets. In some stores, Countdown is selling re-usable jute shopping bags that have the words "FARMERS MARKET" printed on them as part of the design. "A farmers' market is a food market and that food is sold by the producer, so it's a very short food chain which directly benefits local businesses and the local food economy." The Commerce Commission said it was yet to assess the complaint from Farmers' Markets New Zealand.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 18, 2021 04:07 UTC