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As UK supermarkets ration fruits and vegetables, many blame Brexit for shortages

A ''Max 3 units'' sign is attached to empty fruit and vegetable shelves at an Asda in east London, on February 21, 2023. Several British supermarket chains have limited the amount of some fresh produce customers can buy amid shortages blamed on bad weather in Spain and Morocco. © Yui Mok, AP

Due to a shortage of certain fruits and vegetables, British supermarkets have been forced to ration their supplies. This situation is likely to continue for some time, leading to fears of price hikes. But how did the UK get to this point? While most officials say that bad weather and rising energy prices are to blame, some observers are pointing the finger at Brexit.

As the UK experiences shortages of some fruits and vegetables, several supermarket chains have been forced to limit the number of products each of their customers can purchase. Some are only allowing three tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers per person. 

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