It follows months of negotiations between the two parties
NFU Sugar Board's chair Michael Sly said he was 'astounded' British Sugar had opted for arbitration and that the strength of feeling amongst beet growers was in no doubt
The NFU Sugar Board said the offer they have made had always been contingent on every element of the contract being aligned, as growers must be able to make an informed choice between all the options
British Sugar and NFU Sugar have agreed negotiations will recommence this week, aiming to agree a contract for next year as soon as possible
Defra has given ‘clear direction’ negotiations should resume after British Sugar offers growers contract despite no agreement with NFU Sugar
British Sugar said it had made the decision as growers needed certainty as negotiations continue into November