UK growers seek views on 'outdated' compulsory levy

Three growers are urging their colleagues to complete a ballot to gauge views on the AHDB levy in order to paint a ‘truly representative picture’ for Defra.

Hannah Binns
News Reporter
clock • 2 min read
UK growers seek views on 'outdated' compulsory levy

Three growers are urging their colleagues to complete a ballot to gauge views on the AHDB levy in order to paint a ‘truly representative picture' for Defra. Earlier this year, Defra published its analysis...

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