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GM insects, Christmas nuts, Fishing quotas

A House of Lords report recommends field trials of genetically modified insects, as a way of combating diseases that affect animals and crops. What might this mean?

The House of Lords has recommended that field trials of genetically modified insects should take place. The Science and Technology committee says GM insects have the potential to combat diseases like malaria and to minimise their threat to animals and crops. It held a four month investigation into the issue. The committee's chairman Lord Selborne explains what the benefits might be

Morrisons is changing the labeling on its "Milk for Farmers" brand, which is designed to increase the amount of money dairy farmers get for their milk. We reported last month that some consumers thought it was misleading.

There's good news for UK fishermen, with an increase in the quotas for the amount of fish they're allowed to land.

And in our week-long look at festive foods, Charlotte Smith visits a farm in Kent producing nuts for Christmas table.

Presented by Charlotte Smith and produced by Emma Campbell.

13 minutes

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  • Thu 17 Dec 2015 05:45

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