DFHV president Dieter Krauß criticises Scholz-led coalition for what he calls “empty strategic concepts”
The head of Germany’s leading fresh produce association has called on the country’s new federal government to adopt business-friendly policies that can reduce energy costs, encourage investment in new technology, and support growth in agriculture.
“We are calling for a fundamental change in agricultural and food policy,” said Dieter Krauß, president of the German Fruit Trade Association (DFHV). “The real challenges facing our country must once again be the focus, not on well-sounding but empty strategic concepts.”
Krauß was speaking ahead of a snap election that is due to take place on 23 February. He said the previous government had largely ignored the business community and accused it of making decisions purely based on politics.
“Such solo efforts, for example in the tightening of European regulations, which further worsen the competitiveness of our companies, must stop,” he added.
An interim administration led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz has been in place in Germany since its coalition government fell apart in November following internal disputes, notably over economic policy.
The DFHV also wants to see an acceleration of planning and approval procedures, a reduction in energy costs, and “comprehensive investments” in digital and logistical infrastructure.
