Price of Food Ingredients Doubled for Traders Amid Crisis

Food ingredient prices have reportedly doubled, impacting traders and farmers. Dried apricots rose from £35 to £100 for a 12kg box, while sultanas increased from £23 to £60 for a 10kg box. Farmers, like Philip Weston who manages 300 acres, warn of potential protests due to inadequate government support amidst rising costs. The government's spokesperson stated they are working to back the agricultural sector, underlining a challenging economic environment for producers.