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Scientists back Government 'blueprint' for horticulture

University of Warwick welcome steps to support fruit and vegetable growers

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
Scientists say economic, environmental, and nutritional benefits could all be obtained from a thriving fresh produce sector
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Scientists say economic, environmental, and nutritional benefits could all be obtained from a thriving fresh produce sector

The Government's new ‘blueprint' to support the horticulture sector has been welcomed by scientists at the University of Warwick. Researchers at Warwick Crop Centre said the new document, ‘A blueprint...

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