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Why Is Africa Feeding Us?

Why Is Africa Feeding Us?

Dan Saladino investigates our growing dependence on West Africa for fresh produce.

The Food Programme · BBC Radio 4

November 21, 202541m 43s

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Show Notes

Dan Saladino and reporter Jack Thompson investigate the UK's growing dependence on two farms in northern Senegal based around a lake. In recent years they have become the source of most of the sweetcorn, radishes and beans sold by supermarkets.

Is this a good arrangement for the UK and the Senegalese or a risk to food security in both countries?

Produced and presented by Dan Saladino. Reporting from Senegal, Jack Thompson.