Calls for government assistance for organic farming
Series: Western Mail ; 26 January 2001, 13(2)Publication details: 2001Subject(s): Summary: In 1997 the UK organic foods market was worth £40m. In 2001 this figure is predicted to rise to £764m. Clearly, the demand for organic food is rising and this new business offers a ray of hope for Britain's crises-plagued farmers. However, there are concerns that government needs to play a more positive role in expanding the production of organic food.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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In 1997 the UK organic foods market was worth £40m. In 2001 this figure is predicted to rise to £764m. Clearly, the demand for organic food is rising and this new business offers a ray of hope for Britain's crises-plagued farmers. However, there are concerns that government needs to play a more positive role in expanding the production of organic food.