Video Case Study - Profitability of Onion Farming

Monday, January 12, 2009
by Jim Riley
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This video clip provides some excellent insights into the problems faced by farmers supplying the major supermarkets. The video tells the story of an long-standing onion farmer whose business is suffering from various factors - including the buying power of supermarkets, the effect of cheap imports and the rising production costs (e.g. energy).  A great starting point for a fruitful discussion with students.

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