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Scottish daffodil growers see record sales following cold weather

An early season in England also saw high demand for the Scottish flowers.

22nd Apr 2024

Daffodil growers are enjoying record sales following this winter’s cold weather.

Grampian Growers, who represent farmers, say more than 8 million bunches have been sold, the highest amount in the co-operative’s 55 year history.

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