Johan Remkes, who has been appointed by the cabinet at the request of the House of Representatives as a mediator between the government and farmers, has today sent a letter of invitation to a large number of parties. He emphasizes that he acts as moderator and that it is a discussion between the invitees and the cabinet. One or more ministers will always participate on behalf of the cabinet.
The invitation letter was sent to agricultural and nature organisations, parties in the chain, such as banks and feed manufacturers, representatives of the business community and governments. It is also the intention to enter into discussions with a number of individual agricultural entrepreneurs.
During the conversation, Remkes wants to discuss at least three topics: The progress of the nitrogen dossier and the communication by those involved so far; the government's intentions as expressed in the recent government letters and the needs and expectations regarding the further course of this file.
Restore trust
"The dynamics surrounding the proposed nitrogen measures have escalated in recent times. This means that things have gone wrong," says Remkes. "That's why I don't just want to talk about the proposed plans during this conversation, but I also want to explore with you how trust in the future and in each other can be restored. I propose an open conversation, in which there are no taboos."
Remkes does not have the illusion 'that with a few conversations the cold will be gone and people will agree on the path forward'. He hopes 'that it will be possible to build up some mutual trust again and to find a basis for a sustainable dialogue with each other, based on mutual respect and the shared will to find solutions for the problems and challenges facing this country. state'.
The talks will take place from August under the leadership of Remkes, in confidentiality and in the presence of the Minister of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality, Henk Staghouwer (ChristenUnie) and/or the Minister for Nature and Nitrogen, Christianne van der Wal (VVD). Further consultations will take place about locations and dates in consultation with the invited parties. Remkes hopes to be at the end of August ito be able to share.
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I wonder which slackers want to talk to him. In any case, the Rabo, he is already crawling away like a Judas.
Special, what is being said here. I really don't understand why you wouldn't talk to this man, as long as you just tell your own story, and make it clear that you're not taking a step in his direction. That's still better than yelling from the sidelines and knowing you're not being listened to, and eventually it's being done by someone outside the industry.
In addition; ranchers, what's the matter with you? Be damn happy that half of your competition is going to be BOOKED OUT. For those who want to stop, it is a WARM remediation, with a generous buy-out arrangement, and for those who want/can continue; half of your competition is gone; knowing that there will be no less consumption, this can only have positive effects on the price of your product. And what do you think of the costs of the manure sales? Some farmers pay squint for the sale of manure, so that is a thing of the past.
Be damn happy that the government is willing to pay so much money for you! It can also be very different, just look at other sectors!
So you're saying that the amount of milk produced in the Netherlands has nothing to do with the price? That's even more worrying. As a farmer I would be delighted if half my competition were bought out, there is simply too much of everything else the price would be a bit higher.
The buyout arrangement is the market value + 30%, I was told. Correct me if I'm wrong, I haven't read any facts about amounts.
What I mean to say; don't shout so loud that everything is nonsense; the sector is simply sick, what is the revenue model? Look further. All those animal feed companies, they make millions and billions of profit! How is that possible???
How do we as a sector arrive at a decent revenue model?
Oh, so it's going too well? And then always keep crying. No wonder 'society' is done with farmers.