The UK is witnessing a concerning trend: the disappearance of new potato farms. This decline is driven by a severe shortage of labour and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, according to an article published by FPC FreshTalkDaily.
The Brexit vote, which aimed to “take back control” of borders and laws, has resulted in an exodus of EU workers who were crucial to the agricultural sector. The new immigration rules have not only restricted the flow of seasonal workers but also created a labour vacuum that local workers have been unable to fill.
The future of new potato farming in the UK looks uncertain unless significant policy changes are implemented. There is an urgent need for improved labour schemes and financial support to help farmers adapt to the impacts of extreme weather. Without these measures, the once-thriving potato farming sector faces a bleak future in a post-Brexit world.
Source: FPC FreshTalkDaily. Read the full article here
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