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How new developments are changing the asparagus season

Traditionally the English asparagus season starts on St George' Day, April 23, but it is no longer is the English version is no longer the only home-produced product, as Scotland has entered the market

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How new developments are changing the asparagus season

The Scottish crop is the result of East of Scotland Growers (ESG), a farmer-owned organisation based in East Scotland, which was established in 1987 by 20 farming family members. ESG's purpose has always...

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