The NFU is asking growers to report input prices, particularly fuel and fertiliser, by completing a short online survey.
It wants evidence to strengthen its conversations with Defra and demonstrate how farmers on the ground have been affected.
Defra has said it is actively monitoring the developments in the Middle East and the impact on the food and farming sectors, including ongoing discussions with industry leaders to gather evidence. The NFU also notes that its concerns have been forwarded to the CMA (Competition and Markets Authority), which has now committed to monitoring the sale of fuel, including red diesel.
The NFU continues to hear anecdotal evidence of farmers and growers only being made aware of price increases for key inputs after they have been delivered on farm. Some members are reporting that they are being asked to pay 84% more for red diesel in addition to reports of issues with availability at a local level.
By completing the survey, the organisation says it will help it build an accurate, up-to-date picture of market conditions across the country, and shape future conversations with the government, suppliers and regulators.
To add your experiences to the report, please visit: https://nfu.wufoo.com/forms/m12io4ox0si8e3n/
