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Horticulture

Asked by Jayne KirkhamLabour (Co-op)Department for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled Answered 24 April 2026UIN 128508

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what progress she has made on the Horticulture Sector Growth Plan.

Answered by Dame Angela Eagle

Defra is preparing a Sector Growth Plan for the horticulture sector, following the first meeting of the Farming and Food Partnership Board in March.

Defra officials are meeting with horticulture sector experts to shape an industry-led, sector-owned plan that brings together Government and industry expertise.

The plan will identify key industry challenges and opportunities to boost productivity and profitability, while cutting environmental impact, and taking into account market realities and government priorities.

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