Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 80968

Fruit and Vegetables: Imports

Tabled: 10 October 2025
Answered: 22 October 2025

Question

Helen Maguire

Liberal Democrat — Epsom and Ewell

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department plans to diversify UK fruit and vegetable supply chains away from climate-vulnerable regions.

Answer

Dame Angela Eagle
To ensure a consistent supply of food, the UK relies on a combination of strong domestic production from the UK’s agricultural and food manufacturing sectors, and a diverse range of overseas supply sources. Trade supports UK food supply resilience. This i...
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