NIQ says UK foodservice prices rise 0.2% in July as drought risks mount

NIQ Global Intelligence flagged a 0.2% month-on-month rise in UK hospitality food and drink prices in July 2026.

• Vegetable supply risk increased as prolonged heat and drought conditions threatened domestic yields, lifting uncertainty for autumn availability.
• Fruit prices fell month-on-month on stronger UK supply, easing near-term cost pressure for operators.
• Global wheat and vegetable oil markets strengthened, pointing to renewed inflation risk for bread, cereals, and cooking inputs.
• International meat markets softened, helping cap category inflation, although lamb prices hit record levels on tight supply.