In a speech to business leaders, Putin said Western analysts had prophesied that Russia s store shelves would empty and services collapse as a result of the sanctions.
Environment Secretary Therese Coffey suggested turnips as an alternative while other items - such as cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers - remain in short supply due to poor weather abroad
Environment Secretary Therese Coffey suggested turnips as an alternative while other items - such as cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers - remain in short supply due to poor weather abroad