Collaboration is key to ensuring future of fresh produce, say trade groups

Associations write to Government demanding departments work together on border and food policy

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Government policies are risking the future of the fresh produce industry say trade bodies
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Government policies are risking the future of the fresh produce industry say trade bodies

A number of trade bodies have united to issue an ‘urgent plea' to Government to safeguard the future of the UK's horticulture and fresh produce industries. The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC), Horticultural...

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