Spike in wholesale energy prices also affecting animal farming in the UK

The video discusses a crisis in the UK food industry caused by a CO2 shortage, which affects meat production and the entire supply chain. High energy costs and labor shortages exacerbate the situation, leading to increased prices and potential shortages of products like turkeys. The UK food chain is resilient, but the current challenges are unprecedented, with significant pressure on businesses to adapt. The stakes are high, and shortages may soon be visible on shelves.

What is one of the main reasons for the current crisis in the food industry?

• Low energy costs

• A shortage of CO2

• Excessive meat production

• An abundance of labor

How are high energy costs affecting CO2 production?

• They are lowering fertilizer prices

• They are making CO2 more abundant

• They are causing production suspensions

• They are reducing the need for CO2

What is one of the challenges farmers are facing due to rising costs?

• Increased crop prices

• Higher packaging costs

• Decreased labor availability

• Lower transport costs

What is the expected impact on turkey availability this Christmas?

• There will be an excess of turkeys

• There will be a shortage of turkeys

• Turkey production will double

• Turkey prices will decrease

Despite the challenges, what is said about the UK food chain?

• It is incredibly resilient

• It is fragile and easily disrupted

• It is dependent on foreign imports

• It is unaffected by CO2 shortages