News · 9 April 2026
Farm running costs up 7%, food prices expected to rise
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Food prices are likely to increase for customers as UK farmers cannot absorb rising expenses tied to the conflict in Iran. Growers face significant cost hikes for items like fuel and fertiliser during the peak planting season, despite a recent two-week ceasefire. New figures estimate farm running costs rose by over 7% this March compared to last year.
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