Foodstuffs confirms problems meeting demand for potato chips

A potato shortage is rippling through the nation, putting pressure on chip supplies in some supermarkets.

Foodstuffs has confirmed it is “having challenges meeting demand” for potato chips, after recent wet weather dealt a blow to crops.

However, a statement from the company said the shortage would likely last only a few weeks.

“It is anticipated new season crops will be harvested in the next few weeks so supply is likely to settle down then.”

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