British Food Fortnight is back - 'if you want a robust food system, you need to be close to your supplier'

Love British Food is a national movement which highlights the value of British farmers and their produce. Emily Ashworth meets the founder of the renowned campaign, Alexia Robinson

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Alexia Robinson

If there is anybody you want on your side when trying to champion British food, it is Alexia Robinson. Born in Dorset, surrounded by ‘inspirational farming families', she is fearless in her pursuit...

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