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Sectoral shifts in supply, wartime agriculture edition

Economy
United Kingdom
Started January 22, 2026

It is all the more remarkable, then, that within six years Britain’s agricultural output had transformed, more profoundly and at a faster pace than any time since the start of the Industrial Revolution. The most urgent need was to provide a substitute for all that previously imported foreign wheat. In 1939, Britain only had 11.8 […] The post Sectoral shifts in supply, wartime agriculture edition appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. CommentsThere's an excellent Wikipedia article on this subj...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 22, 2026
The shift to domestic agriculture in Britain during wartime may have compromised food quality for the sake of quantity.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 22, 2026
The urgency for food production during wartime raises ethical concerns about the sustainability of intensive agricultural practices.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 22, 2026
The agricultural changes in Britain during wartime highlight the complexities of food security and reliance on imports.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 22, 2026
Britain's rapid transformation in agriculture during wartime showcases the potential for innovation in food production under pressure.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 22, 2026
Investing in local agriculture during crises can provide long-term benefits for national self-sufficiency and resilience.
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