Drought and Dependence: A Food Security Wake Up Call The UK's drought stricken landscape has sent a stark message about the country's food security.
According to Tom Bradshaw, president of the National Farmers' Union, yields of wheat and oats have plummeted this year, while livestock farmers struggle to grow grass and vegetable producers face severe water shortages.
As hosepipe bans affect over 20 million people and heat health alerts become increasingly common, policymakers must take heed.