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At least one-third of berry growers considering quitting the industry

Latest report says relationship with retailers, pressure on profitability and uncertainty about the immediate future are piling pressure on sector

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
Fewer than half (48%) of berry growers said they are currently making a profit
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Fewer than half (48%) of berry growers said they are currently making a profit

More than one-third of berry growers are considering reducing or exiting berry production completely due to uncertainty and pressure on profitability. Of the 40 businesses questioned for the annual...

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