Chair of Laois IFA, Henry Burns says it could potentially happen if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
Farmers are warning the cost of food will rise if the Strait of Hormuz isn't re-opened soon.
Iran has effectively shut the vital route, causing fuel and fertiliser prices to surge in recent weeks.
About 30% of the world's fertiliser and 20% of the world's oil passes through the Strait.
Henry Burns, Chair of the Laois IFA, says rising fuel costs will also pose as a real threat:
Status Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Leinster, Munster And Galway
The warning will come into affect tomorrow morning.
Call For More Public Toilets Across The Midlands And Beyond
Nearly 900 public toilet facilities are located throughout the country.
Nearly 600 Patients Waiting For Hospital Beds Across Ireland
20 people are waiting in the midlands.
Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses Following Midlands Shooting Incident
The incident occurred yesterday morning.
More Action Needed To Tackle Adult Abuse Says Safeguarding Ireland
16% reported deliberately choosing not to act.
Athlone Drag Queen Brings Glamour To The Midlands
How Athlone based drag performer and founder of the The Haus of Kwén grew into a sell-out act and why LGBTQ+ spaces matter in rural Ireland.
BnM Lodges Windfarm Plans On Offaly Border
An Coimisiún Pleanála is due to decide the case by October 28th next year.
Carlow GAA Expresses Its Sympathies To Family After Work Related Inicident
Gardaí and emergency services were called to the county grounds at Netwatch Cullen Park at half past 10 yesterday morning.
