Farmers are bracing for power outages that could affect the flow from paddock to plate, forcing even higher prices for their produce.
Mr Fairley said power supply had been a long-term concern of local businesses.
Mr Fairley said the extra cost burden would cause pain along the supply chain and he expected the problem would only get worse.
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