date:Jul 30, 2012
of the shortages],said Hallett.
Shortages will inevitably drive up prices, despite processor and retailer efforts to mitigate any rises.
As we near the mid-point of the short 10 week pea harvest it is clear that the decrease in crop yield may affect prices shoppers pay for their frozen peas,said Hallett.
Growers are working closely with their retail customers and processors to ensure that great British peas stay on shoppers dinner plates. UK growers have invested significantly to maximise cro