I’ve been thereUnfortunately, shorting a company is legal. The idea is to put fear in the minds of people. However, these shorters have much influence and power. It’s an American firm so love those southern neighbors!
If I owned VFF I would probably get out and wouldn’t get sucked into buying more just because it drops a dollor(s). You will likely be dismayed how far they can take it down.
I am not a shorter but have lived through the experience. It’s terrible.