The UK may face increased prices for imported fruits and vegetables due to Prime Minister Keir Starmer's pledge to align with EU import regulations. Currently, only 5% of fresh food products are inspected, but this could rise to 100% for citrus fruits, leading to higher costs and delays. The UK imports significant amounts of avocados, pineapples, oranges, and tomatoes from various countries, and while European farmers may eventually increase production, short-term price hikes are expected. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)