Boosting homegrown fruit and veg could combat shortages and add £0.5bn to economy

However, Prof. Napier noted “with appropriate support, the UK can and should grow much more of our fresh food.”

Such, the botanist noted, could include fruit, herbs, salads and vegetables.

Prof. Napier continued: “To encourage expansion of the fruit and veg sector in the UK, we need to provide and promote new research-led solutions.

“The University of Warwick has world-leading research in plant breeding, green energy, automation and solutions for pest and disease management.

“With improved strategic support, this excellence can provide a clean, green and economically viable future for the fresh food sector.”

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