For those wondering, in light of recent events, abt UK food self-sufficiency, here’s the key graph.
As it happens UK is more self-sufficient today (64% of food produced domestically) than in the 1950s (50% or below)
But current levels have dropped since early 1980s peak of 78%
As it happens UK is more self-sufficient today (64% of food produced domestically) than in the 1950s (50% or below)
But current levels have dropped since early 1980s peak of 78%
This island nation has always relied on food imports from overseas.
Even during WW1 & WW2, where food imports from allies became all important.
Even in the 17th century food imports vastly outweighed exports (acc to records from the port of London).
Even during WW1 & WW2, where food imports from allies became all important.
Even in the 17th century food imports vastly outweighed exports (acc to records from the port of London).