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"Asparagus crop could be left to die"
30th March 2020, 15:07 London
"Asparagus crop could be left to die"
Asparagus grower Andrew Brice warns of massive labour shortage ahead of major British fruit and vegetable seasons
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Features & Analysis
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  Comment: Food policy expert says drastic measures are needed to iron out inequalities and prevent a health disaster
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