Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs written question – answered on 28 March 2023.
Daisy Cooper
Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Health and Social Care), Deputy Leader, Liberal Democrats
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether she has made an assessment of the extent to which recent increases in the costs of production incurred by British fruit and vegetables producers are reflected in the prices being paid by retailers to British suppliers.
Mark Spencer
The Minister of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
The Department has not made an assessment of the extent to which recent cost of production increases are reflected in the prices being paid by retailers.
We understand the importance of a well-functioning supply chain and regularly meet with industry representatives to discuss any issues being faced.
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