Supermarkets urged to support local producers amid fuel crisis

Australian supermarkets Coles and Woolworths face calls to implement a temporary surcharge to support local producers struggling with surging fuel costs. Bundaberg brewed drinks boss John McLean reports fuel costs have increased by 40%, threatening the viability of Australian growers and suppliers. The debate centres on whether supermarket chains, which earned $1.1 billion in combined profits last financial year, or the government should absorb the increased costs to prevent long-term price rises and job losses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.