04/01/2012

Egg producers have started to bring judicial review proceedings against the government over its refusal to ban imports of eggs produced in illegal battery cages. The British Egg Industry Council says it wants enforcement, rather than DEFRA's voluntary commitment from the food industry not to use illegal eggs. The National Farmers Union explains why the cost of carrots and potatoes has dropped, in the midst of food price inflation. Next season's potato crop is already being planned, as Anna finds out in windswept Norfolk. And: mutilations, or necessary measures in the interests of animal welfare? The president of the British Veterinary Association discusses the place of hens beak trimming and castration of piglets without anaesthetic in 21st century farming.

Presenter: Anna Hill
Producer: Sarah Swadling.