Fair Agriculture and Food Pricing Act
The Fair Agriculture and Food Pricing Model Act increases transparency and competition in food supply chains by requiring large processors and distributors to disclose wholesale pricing practices and prohibiting anti-competitive conduct that drives up consumer costs. The Act protects independent producers from retaliation, strengthens market fairness, and improves oversight without imposing price controls. Its aim is to restore trust and balance in agricultural markets while keeping food affordable.
Key Provisions
Wholesale Price Disclosure. Requires reporting by large market actors.
Anti-Competitive Conduct Prohibition. Bars discriminatory practices.
Producer Protections. Prevents retaliation.
Enforcement Authority. Enables investigation and penalties.
Model Language
Section 1. Purpose. This Act promotes fair competition, transparent pricing, and consumer protection in agricultural and food supply chains.
Section 2. Definitions.
(a) “Covered entity” means a processor or distributor exceeding revenue or market share thresholds.
(b) “Independent producer” means a farm or producer not vertically integrated with a covered entity.
Section 3. Price Disclosure Requirements. Covered entities shall report wholesale pricing data to the oversight agency at intervals established by rule.
Section 4. Prohibited Practices.
(a) Discriminatory pricing, retaliatory contracting, and coercive exclusivity agreements are prohibited.
(b) Retaliation against producers for reporting violations is unlawful.
Section 5. Consumer Impact Review. The agency shall analyze pricing trends and regional cost impacts annually.
Section 6. Enforcement. Violations may result in civil penalties, restitution, and injunctive relief.