Instead we practice the mixture of genres

Annoyed by the statements of quick political leaders, according to him, to throw oil on the fire, the representative of the large distribution calls for the debate on the law of modernization of agriculture in "ask the real questions.Echaudé by damage caused in the spring in large surfaces for more than 100 million euros, Jérôme Bédier says that the sector is not prepared to get caught once again hostage. Finally, it is concerned the project displayed by some manufacturers to question LME, voted a year ago but by the will of the President of the Republic.

Hervé Novelli, Secretary of State for trade, Patrick Ollier, the President of the commission for Economic Affairs of the National Assembly, the Government and the majority voices again against the abuse of the distribution. Would have nothing changed since the introduction of the law of modernization of the economy at the beginning of the year

We cannot accept any third party, General and systematic, our professional sector. The application of the provisions of the LME could create problems of interpretation. If there are issues, instances exist to discuss, like the Commission to review business practices. In addition, the judge may be seized. Contrary to what is said, our signs agreement clearly apply the laws. And it would be that the authorities of the Republic are listening to all parties before making public statements. Instead, we practice the mixture of genres. The questions of the farmers are not the same as those raised by the industry-trade relationship. In a context of dismay and serious difficulties in agriculture, could fuel tension. It remains so surprised of the call for mobilization of the FNSEA and young farmers on 16 October, one of the claims is to punish abusive behaviour in business practices. The France has no interest in a new clash and our sector will not accept to be once again taken hostage, as he was in the spring of violently.

Milk producers, breeders of pigs, producers of stone fruit... Difficult however denied that French agriculture is sick.

It is true and we are sensitive to this state of affairs. But no combat mistake. It was announced a new "task force" to check the field "wide distribution" commercial practices, while the DGCCRF control permanently. One has the impression of being in a bad trial, at the time of the political commissars. On the occasion of the LMA (modernization of the agriculture Act), it is vital to ask the real questions. Everyone sees well the difficulties of the producers. However, the work of the Observatory of prices and margins have shown, there is little connection between our margins and revenues. There is, in fact, a fairly strong correlation between the consumer price and the price of shipping. It is primarily a question of costs and competitive structures. We are ready to take our part in this debate.

What do you expect from the project of agriculture and fisheries Modernization Act

The debate should not give the impression that the framework of the courses may substitute for the absence of regulation at European level. It is to address the substantive issue: how to ensure the income of producers CDF is a price floor determined by the Government in times of crisis. It must be to negotiate this with Brussels. And no doubt will need there add a revenue insurance system.

In addition, we are ready to play our role in a positive construction of the inter-trade. Already, we support their work as actors in the daily life of the sectors of production.

Our brands are only valuing the VPF (French pork meat) logo on their products to private label. The FARC operations, again recently around 16 varieties of apples in 15,000 stores, or to promote the French fungus.

Fresh products have a very bright future, we believe.

Do you worry a questioning of the LME

The current polemic must not hide the essential. Overall, the LME has achieved its goal by contributing to the movement of prices, and allowing a way of negotiating simpler, more direct, more centered on the commercial dynamics. You can still work on the improvement of the business plans, but should not replay the match of negotiability as so wish some industrialists.

Honestly, I see poorly France engage in a sixth act in 15 years on the industry-trade relations. Fire stop!