Globally, food production and agriculture account for a significant share of greenhouse gas emissions; the UN states, “About a third of all human-caused greenhouse gas emissions are linked to food.” Locally and seasonally sourced produce is often considered more sustainable…
Some of our farmers and suppliers are sharing that potato yields are down by more than 50%. One grower told Four Seasons Fruiterers, “The potato job is becoming more difficult by the day”. The continuing drought and severe heat across…
The UK is expecting its fifth heatwave of the year this week. The Environment Agency has declared drought across: Natural Resources Wales has declared drought across the whole of Wales. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency shows water scarcity across much…
You may have noticed some varieties of cauliflower are not their normal colour. They may be showing hues of brown, pink, purple and yellow. And when cooked, it can go grey or blue. Cauliflower is highly heat-sensitive, and certain varieties…
There will be some temporary supply issues affecting spinach over the coming days. The most recent heatwaves and prolonged high temperatures are causing stunted growth and yellowing of spinach crops. Farmers are seeing much lower harvest yields than expected. To…
We are halfway through 2026, and so far, we have had two record-breaking heatwaves with more forecast to come. The most recent heatwave, in which temperatures reached record highs of 36.7°C, is likely to have an adverse effect on peas,…
El Niño is a climate pattern affecting weather across the globe. It is linked to unusually warm ocean temperatures in the Pacific that occur every 2-7 years. It typically lasts about a year and can push global temperatures higher in…
The Southern region of Spain has been exceptionally wet as Storm Leonardo, the sixth major low-pressure system in 2026, hit the Iberian Peninsula. A red weather alert has led to rivers reaching record levels. The ensuing flooding has caused landslides,…
The agricultural sector in Extremadura and other southern and western Spanish regions is facing significant challenges due to adverse weather, including high rainfall. Yields are being affected by problems, including waterlogging causing root asphyxiation, frozen crops, and difficulties accessing fields.…