NFU 21: Eustice promises to respect AHDB horticulture ballot and abolish levy

Defra Secretary George Eustice has promised to ‘respect the result’ of the AHDB horticulture ballot and remove the current mandatory turnover levy.

Abi Kay
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NFU 21: Eustice promises to respect AHDB horticulture ballot and abolish levy

Defra Secretary George Eustice has promised to ‘respect the result' of the AHDB horticulture ballot and remove the current mandatory turnover levy. But Mr Eustice also said the Government was exploring...

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