Coles and Woolworths are accepting misshapen produce as part of a push to support Australia's drought and fire-affected growers.
The policy switch comes as fruit and vegetable suppliers in Victoria and New South Wales brace for potential produce shortages in the coming months as growers come to terms with the full impact of weather conditions on their stock.The Sydney Morning Heraldhe had "no doubt" the country would see future produce shortages due to the dry conditions."There will be some shortages obviously as a result of [the drought], but what extent I'm not sure," he said.
A spokesperson for Ausveg, an industry body for vegetable and potato growers, said drought and water access have caused significant issues for growers, but also noted there had been logistical difficulties brought on by bushfire-related road closures.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Maleny Dairies overwhelmed by support since losing government tender to international companiesMaleny Dairies' milk flies off the shelves in an outpouring of community support after the Queensland Government chose multi-national processors to supply some of the state's hospitals.
Read more »
Fibre evidence 'missing' as accused Claremont serial killer defence raises cross-contamination concernsA police officer admits touching Ciara Glennon's hand at her bush grave while trying to take evidence samples.
Read more »
Coronavirus death toll rises to nine as health authorities confirm 440 casesChina will start nationwide screening to tackle the growing outbreak of the virus, with hundreds of millions set to travel during the looming Lunar New Year holiday.
Read more »
Health concerns over sunscreen chemicals found to absorb into bloodstreamThe United States study findings have sparked concerns some sunscreen chemicals could be toxic and pose health risks.
Read more »
ASX to drop from record high as investors cash out amid China virus outbreakAustralian shares are expected to drop from their record highs as investors lock in recent gains amid concerns of China's deadly virus outbreak spreading beyond its borders.
Read more »
Coronavirus cases in China rise to 440, with nine deadChina's National Health Commission says 440 people in 13 Chinese provinces are now infected with the new strain of coronavirus, with nine people dying.
Read more »