UK supermarkets turn to European turkeys as avian flu hits supply
by Sarah Butler and Joanna Partridge from Environment | The Guardian on (#72ADS)
Asda, Lidl and Morrisons understood to be stocking imported branded turkeys to meet Christmas demand
Several of the UK's big supermarkets have been forced to source turkeys from elsewhere in Europe to keep shelves stocked this Christmas, after avian flu curtailed UK production.
Asda, Lidl and Morrisons are understood to be stocking branded turkey imported from mainland Europe - a move industry sources described as unprecedented" - to protect availability" and ensure sufficient supply for festive meals.
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