'Land Army' needed to feed the UK during global coronavirus lockdown
Credit: EPAAn NFU spokesperson said: “Growers that rely on seasonal workers to pick, pack and grade our fruit and veg are extremely concerned about the impact coronavirus measures may have on their ability to recruit workers this year.
“We are urging the government to address this situation as soon as possible and to implement any solution as a matter of urgency.
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