By Lewis Crofts ( September 30, 2026, 04:01 GMT | Insight) -- Competition authorities should tighten scrutiny of agribusiness mergers and be tougher on companies that misuse their market power, according to a study that claims a handful of groups control key markets in sectors such as seeds, pesticides and food. Pressure groups including Friends of the Earth Europe and the Association of Ethical Shareholders point the finger at companies such as Bayer, Cargill and PepsiCo which, the groups say, dominate global food markets.Competition authorities should tighten scrutiny of agribusiness mergers and be tougher on companies that misuse their market power, according to a study that claims a handful of groups control key markets from seeds and pesticides to food brands and commodity trading....
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