UK Food Supply Vulnerable as Key Crops Grown in Drought-Prone Regions

A significant portion of the United Kingdom's essential food supply is cultivated in areas identified as being at moderate to very high risk of drought, according to a new report. This includes staple crops such as cereals, potatoes, sugar, and oil-producing plants.

The analysis by nature-focused investment fund Rebalance Earth highlights that 81% of England's fresh produce is grown in regions already experiencing water stress. This concentration of agricultural production in drought-vulnerable zones raises concerns about the resilience of the UK's food security in the face of increasing climate challenges.