More high quality British sprouts, spuds and parsnips will be available this Christmas, as growers announce they’re seeing improved crops after last year’s harsh winter.

The British Growers Association reports that farmers are seeing excellent quality in the crops of carrots, parsnips, cabbages, cauliflowers and brussels sprouts that are ready to be enjoyed over the festive season.

Farmers have told the British Growers Association that their production levels are returning to “normal” levels after the difficulties last year, which will provide a boost for the economy as fewer vegetables need to be imported for the festive season.

The Potato Council has estimated the total production in Great Britain of potatoes in 2013 will be nearly five and a half million tonnes, up 21% from a challenging growing season last year.

Farming Minister, George Eustice said,

“Britain’s farmers have suffered at the hands of turbulent weather for a while now, so it’s really encouraging that winter crops are on the road to recovery to provide a boost for growers and the economy. This means we will all be able to enjoy more excellent British vegetables with our Christmas dinner.”

The Chief Executive of The British Growers Association, James Hallett said,

“The quality of this Christmas produce is excellent. People need to remember that it is great to support our very own British growers and that there is no need to buy imported produce at this time of year.”

The British Growers Association predicts that the warmer winter may mean further success is expected into the New Year. It estimates more vegetables will continue to be available into 2014. This is in comparison to last year when growers could only make sure produce was available for consumers for Christmas, leaving little for January to April’s harvest window.