[UK] Christmas Dinners in Crisis? 'Immensely Challenging' Year Hits Turkey and Ham Supplies
Festive favourites face disruption following outbreaks of bird flu and swine feverChristmas turkey and ham supplies are facing pressure this festive season as UK farmers grapple with a challenging winter, industry leaders have warned.A wave of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, has hit wild birds and poultry farms across the country, piling pressure on turkey producers in the crucial run-up to Christmas, with some farms forced to cull flocks to contain the spread.At the same time, a major African swine fever...
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