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Iran war: Berry growers demand supply chain help as production costs surge

Latest data shows growers are facing energy hikes of 60% as well as rises in packaging and transport

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
The berry sector has faced energy hikes of up to 60%
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The berry sector has faced energy hikes of up to 60%

British Berry Growers are demanding the wider supply chain ‘pays attention' to the ‘significant and rapid escalation in production costs' faced by the industry. The call comes following the publication...

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