During the spring season, local seed suppliers and garden nurseries worked tirelessly to meet an unprecedented surge in demand for vegetable seeds and potting compost. With more people spending time at home and looking for budget-friendly, sustainable ways to source fresh produce, home gardening surged in popularity. Social media trends showcasing homegrown vegetables also encouraged younger demographics to try gardening for the first time. Consequently, suppliers ran out of popular seeds like tomatoes and lettuce within weeks, leading to extended shifts for packaging staff to keep up with orders.
Using the information in the case study, explain why there was an increase in demand for vegetable seeds.
