Iran war: Arable farmers face uphill battle for survival if price inputs continue to soar

UK growers are under renewed pressure from conflict in the Middle East, and all at a time when margins were already under significant strain

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"Although most arable farmers will have bought their fertiliser for this season, there is growing concern about where prices may settle for 2027 supplies, given the volatility in the global gas and oil markets."
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"Although most arable farmers will have bought their fertiliser for this season, there is growing concern about where prices may settle for 2027 supplies, given the volatility in the global gas and oil markets."

Escalating fuel, fertiliser and energy costs could place even greater pressure on farm margins in the months ahead. Strutt & Parker's head of farming Natalie Gaibani said fertiliser spot prices alone...

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