UK prepares for food shortages in worst case scenario as Iran war continues
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The UK government is preparing for potential food shortages, including chicken and pork, in the event of a prolonged Iran conflict disrupting supply chains. Food sector leaders are more concerned about price rises than shortages, but contingency plans are being put in place.
The UK is preparing for potential food shortages due to the ongoing Iran conflict. A worst-case scenario drawn up by government officials suggests that the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and disruptions to carbon dioxide supplies could lead to shortages of chicken and pork by summer. The government is planning contingencies, including restarting a bioethanol plant to secure CO2 supplies. Food sector leaders are monitoring the situation closely, with concerns about potential price rises. The British Poultry Council and British Retail Consortium have expressed reassurance about government planning, but the National Farmers' Union warns of potential price increases for certain crops and milk. The conflict has already led to soaring petrol and diesel prices, and the International Monetary Fund has warned of a potential global recession.
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