UK Relies on Heat Stressed Countries for Fruit and Veg It Could Grow Itself – Report The United Kingdom imports a significant portion of its fruits and vegetables, despite having the capacity to produce them domestically.
This reliance is particularly concerning given the country's own struggles with heatwaves and droughts.
According to a recent report by The Food Foundation, 18 out of the top 20 countries supplying healthy staple foods to the UK are vulnerable to climate breakdown.