NFU President Tom Bradshaw has warned that drought and unusually high temperatures could lead to shortages of some foods in the UK if pressure on farms continues to build. He said extreme weather is affecting farming more widely and raising concerns about the resilience of the country’s food supply.
According to Bradshaw, the strain is being felt across different parts of agriculture. He highlighted vegetable growers in particular, saying water supplies are becoming increasingly tight as dry conditions persist.
The warning adds to broader concerns about how repeated spells of extreme weather can disrupt production, reduce yields and make it harder for farmers to plan. When water becomes scarce during key growing periods, the availability of certain crops can be affected first.
Bradshaw is calling on the government to take steps to help protect food production from the impact of drought and heat. His message suggests that without stronger support and preparation, weather-related shocks could play a bigger role in what reaches shop shelves.
