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Why groceries cost more
When extreme weather ruins harvests abroad, the price you pay at the supermarket checkout goes up. Importing vegetables from Spain fills the gap on UK shelves, but higher transport costs and scarce supplies mean everyday items like tomatoes and lettuce hit your household budget hard.
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