10/01/2013
The latest news about food, farming and the countryside. Farmers are fearful for their crops, as the aggressive 'Spanish slug' invades the UK after causing havoc in Scandinavia.
Farmers are fearful for their crops as the aggressive 'Spanish Slug' is found in the UK after causing problems in Scandinavia. A Swedish entomologist says experts from Europe need to exchange ideas on how to deal with the problem.
Unpasteurised milk can be sold openly in Ireland but its Food Standards Authority wants a complete ban. Ella McSweeney reports from Dublin on the debate.
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Presented by Anna Hill. Produced by Ruth Sanderson.
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