UFU Warns Global Tensions Could Threaten Food Security and Drive Input Costs Higher

NI’s ‘food security must be treated as a strategic priority’ – UFU

The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has called on the government to prioritise Northern Ireland’s food security following the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. With fuel and fertiliser prices steadily on the rise, the union’s deputy president, John McLenaghan said that farmers need stability to continue producing food for consumers. He noted: “Events unfolding in Iran underline just how vulnerable global supply chains can be. “We are already see…

UFU warns global tensions could threaten food security and drive input costs higher

The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has said the ongoing developments in Iran highlight both the importance and fragility of food security at home and abroad, warning that further escalation could have serious implications for the agri-food sector.