The Potato Council has allayed fears that the price of potatoes could increase if the crop is affected by drought.
Reports in national UK newspapers over the weekend claimed that the drought in the South could spark a nationwide shortage, which would lead to sharp price rises.
Reports in national UK newspapers over the weekend claimed that the drought in the South could spark a nationwide shortage, which would lead to sharp price rises.
But Mike Storey, head of research and development at the Potato Council, said reports of a shortage of potatoes and price rises were premature.
