All Drought articles – Page 5
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NewsMost farmers anxious in extreme weather, research finds
Research commissioned by the Energy & Climate Intelligence Unit and conducted by Grounded Research has revealed 92% of farmers feel anxious in extreme weather, with a third ‘very anxious’
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NewsCarrot and meat shortages loom as drought-induced costs soar
Increased water and straw costs are having an impact on growers as they try to manage the drought impact
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NewsPotato yield and quality likely to be down as drought takes hold
Albert Bartlett sources potatoes from all over the country and has warned that across all areas ‘we have been challenged with the dry weather’
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat food and drink will the UK grow as temperatures rise?
Climate change is reshaping what we grow and where we grow it — raising opportunities but also threats as to how we can keep feeding ourselves
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NewsDrought now a ‘nationally significant incident’ with food supply impacted
Five areas are officially in drought, with six more experiencing prolonged dry weather following the driest six months to July since 1976
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Category ReportCurrant affairs: how the cost of dried fruit is hindering home baking
As ingredient prices soar, classic bakes like fruitcake are on their way out. How can the sector get Brits back to their mixing bowls?
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NewsMedia Bites 21 July: John Lewis bonus, taxes, food prices and tariffs
The big news in retail this weekend was the revelation that John Lewis is considering reinstating its staff bonus scheme for the first time in four years
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NewsHot weather drives earlier harvest and raises wildfire risk
The first report of the 2025/26 season showed multiple reports of winter barley being cut in June
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NewsDefra sets out 10-point Food Strategy plan for healthier food and greener supply chain
The outcomes framework includes demands of the industry to make healthy food more affordable and to step up action to tackle the obesity crisis
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NewsDrought extended into more counties as dry weather set to continue
Dry weather is set to continue and is impacting water resources across England requiring water companies to take action to manage demand
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NewsTesco accused of ducking climate whistleblower claims
At its AGM last month the supermarket was questioned by campaign group ShareAction on its plans to publish its response to the bombshell memo to shareholders
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Comment & OpinionClimate change needs more sophisticated risk management
Traditional risk management, based on historical data, is no longer fit for purpose in this era of unprecedented volatility, says Scott Kelly, SVP model development, Risilience
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NewsVeg shortages loom if dry weather continues, growers warn
Carrot growers are ‘gambling’ on using all their water now to keep core crops growing in the hope that rain will come before later crops come into their key growing season
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NewsFarmers urged to conserve water and supplies as dry weather bites
The Environment Agency has warned the dry spring has meant many farmers have used their stored water to irrigate earlier than normal
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Comment & OpinionWhat food businesses can learn from cars and board games
Grocery leaders need to anticipate a range of shocks, and adapt their business models accordingly, says Dan Crossley of the Food Ethics Council
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Category ReportSink or swim? Trends in oils 2025
Brits have scratched olive oil off their shopping lists and switched to cheaper cooking oils as prices have hit record highs. Now they’re levelling off, how can retailers and suppliers tempt shoppers back?
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NewsWater assessments scheme launched to tackle on-farm drought risk
The assessments will support farmer groups to collaborate on drought resilience measures and delivering on the government’s commitment to food security
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Comment & OpinionDisruption clocks are ticking. Food system resilience is crucial
Food system resilience requires us to be prepared for disruption which can be caused by a growing list of risks, says Alan Hayes, strategic advisor at Future Strategy
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NewsMedia Bites 2 June: vape clampdown, M&S food sales, Tesco opening hours
The on single-use vapes will be inadequate to reduce the dangerous waste created by the devices, experts have warned
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NewsMedia Bites 30 May: Trump tariff chaos, Asda sales fall, baby formula, drought
Trump’s tariffs can proceed, for now, according to an appeal court