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The big business of Christmas Brussels sprouts
Dec 25, 2019

The big business of Christmas Brussels sprouts

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Brussels sprouts are big business at Christmas in the UK. We find out how much people spend, and why the tradition has such staying power. Plus, we hear from one company tackling food waste, especially during the holiday season. 

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Big-money sprouts cause Christmas Day stir

by Victoria Craig
Dec 25, 2019
Roasted, sautéed, or boiled, Brussels sprouts are big business at Christmas in the UK. The sprout industry is a nearly $1 billion industry in Britain, and customers tend to pay as much as 30% more this time of year as people rush to stock up. This year, though, Brussels sprout lovers have forked over even […]
Roasted Brussels Sprout leaves with Pecorino.
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