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Comment: Our sector faces a talent crisis

2026-02-03T00:00:00+00:00By Mark Grim

Products and partnerships remain the core of any fresh produce business, but labour is another vital resource under increasing pressure, says Mark Grim

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Comment: Our sector faces a talent crisis

Products and partnerships remain the core of any fresh produce business, but labour is another vital resource under increasing pressure, says Mark Grim

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