Frozen Chip Shortage

What is happened to supply of frozen potatoes?

• Supply will decrease

• Supply with increase

What is causing a shortage of frozen chips in commercial kitchens?

• A sudden increase in the price of oil for frying (cost of production)

• A very wet year affected the planting of potatoes (Non-Price factor unpredictable events)

• Technology issues with picking potatoes (technology)

• A global shortage of potatoes (no of sellers in the market)

Is this a non price factor causing the reduction in supply?

• YES

• NO

How have supermarkets responded to the potential for panic buying of frozen chips?

• By offering discounts on alternative products

• By removing frozen chips from shelves

• By introducing a limit of two bags per shopper

• By increasing prices

What will happen in the new year to supply with new plantings of potatoes?

• Supply will increase

• Supply will decrease

Why are farmers behind on their potato planting schedule?

• Because of new government regulations

• Due to a strike among farm workers

• Because of a very wet year

• Due to a lack of seeds

Draw a decrease in supply ?

How many boxes of chips does a small club typically use in a week?

• 10-20 boxes

• 40-50 boxes

• 20-30 boxes

• 30-40 boxes

What variety of chips did the chef use due to the shortage?

• Different varieties as available

• Only long and thin chips

• Homemade chips only

• Only fat and stubby chips

What was the main reason for the potato chip shortage?

• Export restrictions

• Overconsumption during holidays

• Delayed planting due to wet weather

• Increased prices