UK: Asda local food sales up 41%
By: just-food.com | 3 April 2009
UK retailer Asda today (3 April) said that local food sales are up 41% on last year in England and Wales.
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UK retailer Asda today (3 April) said that local food sales are up 41% on last year in England and Wales.
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