World
Drought Decimates German Harvest: Will Food Prices Rise?
Germany's farmers' association warns of a 'below-average' harvest, while the agriculture minister reassures the public and promises aid to farmers only after reliable data is available.
Economy
Croatia Exports Cheap Wheat, Imports Expensive Grain Products
HPK and HGK leaders point to a deep imbalance: exporting cheap raw materials while importing expensive finished goods. The key issue lies in area-based subsidies rather than yield and quality.
World
Smaller Crops, Higher Prices, and Water Shortages
Extreme heat and prolonged drought cause dramatic drops in vegetable yields in Belgium and sugar beet harvests in Germany and France, while England and Wales recorded their driest July in two centuries.