The Guardian

Veg seed sales soar as credit crunch bites

Not very long ago, the growing of vegetables was commonly dismissed as a minority interest for eco-eccentrics and crumbly old allotment holders. But concern for the environment, worries about healthy eating and the credit crunch have led to packets of veg seeds flying off the racks, with sales reportedly rising by up to 60% on last spring. Many suppliers say vegetable seeds are now more popular than flower seeds. (22/04) Read