While a new European trade deal has been welcomed by some Riverland producers, there’s further criticism from farming groups and local politicians.
While local wine producers are able to use the name Prosecco within Australia, exports of the wine label will be phased out.
Other elements of the deal which still needs approval removes tariffs on nearly 98% of Australian goods heading to Europe, as well could see some European cars cheaper to buy.
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Local Federal MP, Tony Pasin however says the deal is a “sell-out” on Australian farmers, adding to comments made by the National Farmers Federation.
In parliament this week the speaker the Hon, Milton Dick MP removed the local MP for three hours amid heated discussion over the matter.
