France warned of Christmas foie gras shortage

Stocks of controversial and seasonal goose and duck liver delicacy seriously hit for second year in a row by avian fluChristmas would not be Noël in France without a fat goose liver on the festive table.But farmers say stocks of foie gras - enjoyed over the festive period by an estimated 80% of France's population - have been seriously hit by avian flu for the second year in a row. Continue reading...