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Asda Achieves £1bn In Sales For Ethical And Local Produce

Since launching its initiative to source more produce locally and ethically, the supermarket chain has achieved £1bn in sales. Asda now plans to source even more regional meat and vegetables, as well as speciality local produce, through its network of nine regional hubs, targeting £500m in annual sales.

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