The EU executive has proposed measures to strengthen farmers' bargaining power in the food supply chain, aiming to ensure fair compensation and prevent sales below production costs. Key initiatives include mandatory written contracts, mediation mechanisms for disputes, and enhanced enforcement of the Unfair Trading Practices Directive. These measures follow recommendations from the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of EU Agriculture and aim to empower farmers and improve their negotiating position. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)