The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series British Agriculture Is About To Suck Even More || Peter Zeihan
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Nov 27, 2024 The conversation dives into the uncertain future of British agriculture after Brexit. It discusses the recent protests from farmers and the impact of inheritance tax reforms. The reliance on imports is scrutinized, revealing the sustainability concerns facing the sector. It's a humorous yet critical look at the possible decline of iconic British dishes and agricultural practices.
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British Agricultural History
- British agriculture's decline is rooted in its history of global trade.
- Access to diverse climates and cultures through the empire shifted their reliance on domestic production.
Future of British Agriculture
- The UK faces a dilemma: rejoin the EU or seek a North American trade deal.
- Both options require compromising their agricultural sector due to their weakened negotiating position.
Challenges for British Agriculture
- British agriculture faces two possible outcomes: domestic production with high cost and low quality or complete sectoral collapse.
- The recent farmer protests signal the beginning of a potentially painful restructuring.