Why this summer's drought could lead to food shortages

The UK produces around half of the food we eat but this year's droughts have led to shriveling crops and farmers struggling to feed their animals. Is our changing climate jeopardising our food security?

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Guests:

• Olly Harrison, cereals farmer.
• Ben Cooke, environment correspondent, The Times.

Host: Manveen Rana. 

Producer: Olivia Case.

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