In contrast to producer rings, producer groups are economically active marketing organizations. Since 1967, they can be recognized as eligible for support under the Market Structure Act.
The purpose of these organizations is to establish and comply with common production, quality and marketing rules to improve products and strengthen the market position of agricultural producers.
A special feature is the exemption from Section 1 of the Cartel Act, i.e. the prohibition on issuing price recommendations or entering into price agreements.
