Feeding the future world gives plenty food for thought

A Tyne Valley scientist says we should change how we farm and what we eat if we want to be able to feed ourselves in 2050. Andy Cooper reports

The UK currently produces just half of its own food, relying on imports for the rest
Dr Julia Cooper, a soil expert, calls on a new government to take urgent action
Changes are needed to farming methods and diets for a sustainable future

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