A senate inquiry has recommended banks establish a national compulsory farm debt mediation scheme to give farmers more power and rights.

27 recommendations were put forward.

The proposal would see banks foreclose on farms as a last resort only.

Rural Reporter Matthew Karstunen spoke to Senator John Williams about the proposal.

A senate inquiry has recommended banks establish a national compulsory farm debt mediation scheme to give farmers more power and rights.
27 recommendations were put forward.
The proposal would see banks foreclose on farms as a last resort only.
Rural Reporter Matthew Karstunen spoke to Senator John Williams about the proposal.

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