Best of British on the menu for Olympics

British farming will be at the forefront of the largest ever peace-time catering operation in the world, with 14 million meals due to be served during the Olympic Games.

Athletes and spectators will have the choice of more than 150 dishes celebrating the best of British during the Games.

In line with London 2012's sustainability commitments, all fruit, vegetables and cereals are British and during the next few weeks, the UK farming industry will supply 232 tonnes of potatoes, 330 tonnes of fruit and vegetables, 100 tonnes of red meat, 31 tonnes of poultry items, 19 tonnes of eggs, 21 tonnes of cheese, and 75,000 litres of milk for the Olympic Village alone.

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