Ministry of Food

Poetic tribute to Mrs Turner's vegetable growing prowess, plus the delights of "wartime steaks".

The World Is Rich is a 1947 British documentary film directed by Paul Rotha about food shortages after World War II, outlining steps underway to deal with the problems. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

This informative herring aid from WWII makes no bones about the need to make the most of every fish.

How to make porridge using a haybox.

Part of BFI boxset Ration Books and Rabbit Pies: Films from the Home Front.

Short public information film showing housewives' efficient and hygienic methods of food storage.

Part of BFI boxset Ration Books and Rabbit Pies: Films from the Home Front.

Drinking chocolate flashes before your eyes and makes an offer you can't refuse.