Obviously the main concern is the lives of the japanese and those near japan, which I hope can be protected. But if there is a significant outpouring of radioactive material into the atmosphere, it is predicted to reach California within a few days' time and Mexico as well, both areas with extensive farmland. Will we see food prices go up even more than they already have?
After Chernobyl many farms in europe could not sell their produce while it underwent safety testing and there were shortages of produce and cheese for a period. Is anyone taking precautions? I have never been a stockpiler but am considering buying up more frozen veggies and bottled juice than usual.
After Chernobyl many farms in europe could not sell their produce while it underwent safety testing and there were shortages of produce and cheese for a period. Is anyone taking precautions? I have never been a stockpiler but am considering buying up more frozen veggies and bottled juice than usual.