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Press Release: UK Growers Warn of 1st April Energy Cost Shock: Higher Food Prices “Inevitable” Without Fast Government Action
Conversations are ongoing regarding the incoming huge cost increases to standing charges coming in April. We have been proactive in raising the issue with government but we have yet to have a solution agreed or confirmed. Read our latest press release on the issue.
April ‘26 Electricity Standing Change Hikes for Protected Horticulture: BTGA response
Read about the huge hikes to standing charges coming in April 2026 which will have a severe negative impact on the energy intense protected horticulture sector.