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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Ramazani Mwamba

Why is there a tomato shortage as supermarket shelves in Aldi and Morrisons left bare

If you've been into a supermarket recently, you will have no doubt noticed the empty shelves in the fruit and veg section. It's well known the UK is in the midst of an egg shortage, but now it appears tomatoes have been added to that list.

Shoppers across the country have been sharing their frustration on social media after being unable find tomatoes at their local stores.

Photos and videos have been posted online showing the bare aisles, with some people saying they visited multiple supermarkets with no luck.

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