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UK Prepares for Food Shortages Amid CO2 Supply Risks

4/17/2026

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  • The UK government is preparing for potential food shortages by assessing CO2 supply risks tied to the Iran conflict in Exercise Turnstone.
  • The government has restarted the Ensus bioethanol plant to bolster CO2 production.
  • Business Secretary Peter Kyle reassures that CO2 availability is not currently a concern.
  • Tesco's chief executive confirms no supply issues have been reported.