British Food Producers 2023-12-07
2023-12-07
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Q1
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The question arises from the ongoing need to support the agricultural sector in Britain, particularly following challenges during the pandemic.
What steps he is taking to support British food producers. The Government are committed to supporting British food producers. We are investing £2.4 billion a year in England's farming sector, and we will also look to support more growers through the replacement of the fruit and vegetables aid scheme for England in 2026.
The Government are committed to supporting British food producers. We are investing £2.4 billion a year in England's farming sector, and we will also look to support more growers through the replacement of the fruit and vegetables aid scheme for England in 2026. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs also sponsors small and medium-sized enterprise masterclasses to signpost and support those businesses.
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The specific steps being taken are vague without concrete commitments or timelines.
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Q2
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The Oscar Mayer factory, after reducing staffing numbers during the pandemic, is now expanding and looking to create new employment opportunities by adding product lines. The factory uses traditional methods and fresh ingredients to produce healthy and affordable meal options.
I thank the Minister for his answer. Having gone through a difficult time during covid, in which it had to reduce staffing numbers, the Oscar Mayer factory in my constituency has now taken on additional product lines and is looking to expand and create significant new employment opportunities. It uses traditional methods and fresh ingredients to make healthy and affordable meal options. I know it is watching these proceedings and would be delighted if the Minister confirmed that he will visit the factory in Flint to see the huge improvements it has made in changing the ready meal sector, which has historically been poorly regarded?
The hon. Gentleman will be surprised to know that I would be delighted to visit a food factory. I am also delighted to hear about the success of Oscar Mayer. North Wales has a strong food and drink footprint, represented by many large and small businesses. Should my diary allow, I would be delighted to visit. I will make sure that my colleagues in the Wales Office also know that they have an open invitation.
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The Minister did not confirm a specific visit to the Oscar Mayer factory and instead spoke generally about food factories and success of businesses.
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