Fruit claims are fantasy

What a rubbish comment from Légumes de France president Jacques Rouchaussé in your online article on fruit and veg prices not being reality because of imports.

Published monday 03. September 2018 - 14:37 Modified monday 03. September 2018 - 14:37

He said melons cost €5.50 each... I have just bought two fat Melons de Cavaillon for €3.90. His prices are pure fantasy or else he does his shopping at Fauchon!

Richard Chandless, Saöne-et-Loire

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