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Germany's farms are failing despite high food prices

Germany's Green Week event highlights that many small and mid-sized farms are disappearing due to market pressures.
Dominance of four large supermarket chains is seen as squeezing farmers on prices and margins.
Rising living costs are reported to be most noticeable in food prices by the German public.
The Mercosur deal could undermine the EU's environmental and animal welfare standards.
A 'food basket' proposal aims to lower prices for key staples, though some critics doubt its effectiveness.
Eastern Germany shows farm numbers rising, unlike declines in other states.
Global supply chains and Russia's war in Ukraine are cited as factors making prices volatile.
The German Monopolies Commission notes rising power of retailers and farmers' exposure to global market risks.
The Green Week fair runs in Berlin, highlighting trends, sustainability, and innovations in food.

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