Heatwave drives cucumber shortages and soaring prices in UK

Alsharq Tribune- Al Otaify

Cucumbers hit hard:

Extreme heat and drought in Europe have damaged cucumber crops, doubling UK wholesale prices and affecting quality.

Imports under strain:

With 80% of cucumbers imported, UK supplies are exposed to climate impacts in Spain and the Netherlands, also threatening other salad vegetables.

Food security concerns:

Experts warn ongoing climate extremes could disrupt nutrition and affordability, despite government assurances of resilience.