Farmers fearful of China retaliation as Australia tears up Victoria’s Belt and Road deal

Farmers are not confident of a quick resolution to the trade dispute with China after the Commonwealth Government tore up Victoria’s Belt and Road deal with Beijing.

Australia has been in a trade dispute with China for more than a year with major agricultural exports like barley, wine, meat, lobster, and last month hay all affected.

There is concern that this latest decision by the federal government could mean more restrictions will be placed on Australian…