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Britain’s facing its worst harvest in decades, with cereal and oilseed yields plummeting by two and a half million tonnes—threatening grocery prices and farmers’ livelihoods. Droughts, scorching heatwaves, and erratic weather have crippled crops for three straight years, forcing pubs and restaurants to import lettuce and tomatoes from abroad. Prices for staples like potatoes, tomatoes, and olive oil are surging, while supermarkets may opt for cheaper imports, shrinking local food on shelves. Farmers are bearing the brunt of climate change’s escalating toll—and it could mean pricier holiday meals for us all.

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