British flag on carrots and chard production

UK trade bodies call for government action amid cost crisis

2025-04-17T11:15:00+01:00By

The Fresh Produce Consortium has united with the Horticultural Trades Association and British Potato Trade Association, urging the government to help secure the future of the industries in the face of huge challenges

  • UK trade bodies call for government action amid cost crisis

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