Farmers Suspend Strike, Begin Negotiations With Government
March 31, 2008 | Filed Under Argentina |
Argentine farmers have begun discussions with the federal government after suspending a two-week-long farm strike over the weekend which crippled the South American nation’s food/produce industry. The farmers are remaining on high alert, however, warning that if no agreement is reached the strike will resume. The initial work stoppage and transportation blockades were done in response to the federal government increasing export tariffs from 36-45%.
The strike sparked wide-spread protests of the government, highway road blocks, and some violent conflicts between supporters from both sides. As of this weekend, farm production and distribution has resumed, and both sides are hoping a mutual agreement can be reached swiftly.
Via: Bloomberg
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