World
West Runs Out of Interceptors: Kyiv Goes Dark, Allies in Panic
In August, Ukraine failed to intercept a single Russian missile, and the U.S. has used nearly two-thirds of its Patriot stockpiles. Production is years behind, and allies fear for their own defense.
Economy
A Historic First: Croatia Imports More Olive Oil Than It Produces
Drought and climate change have cut production by a quarter, while imports have surged to nearly 60,000 hectoliters. The Ministry considers the situation not alarming.
Croatia
Mihelić: Nostalgia Is Not a Strategy, We Need Capital
President of the Croatian Chamber of Agriculture Željko Mihelić, in an open letter, calls for the establishment of a domestic restructuring fund, warning of a 35 percent decline in milk production and the necessity of adapting to climate change.
Economy
Energy Sector Still Leads Zagreb Salaries, Average at 1,758 Euros
The average net salary in the capital for May was 1,758 euros, 206 euros above the national average, but earnings vary drastically by sector.
Economy
€90 Million Tender Announced for Croatian Farmers
The second tender this year for investments in primary agricultural production opened on August 11. Application deadlines start on August 17, with support intensity depending on farm size and investment type.
Gadgets
iPhone 18 Pro Production 38% More Expensive, TrendForce Estimates
World
Pentagon Demands Urgent Acceleration of Weapons Production, 21-Day Deadline
Croatia
Vegetable Growers: Retail Chains Are Blackmailing Us with Purchase Prices
Croatia
Professor Grgić: Agriculture Must Be a Profit-Making Enterprise
World
US Continues Talks on Patriot Missiles for Ukraine
Reuters learns from four sources that several options are being considered, including producing components in Ukraine and final assembly in Germany. New missiles are not expected before a year from now.
Home & Garden
Marijan Balić from Ilača Proved That One Can Make a Living from Garlic: Earnings Up to €17,500 per Hectare
OPG Balić produces up to 150 tons of garlic annually, and a recognizable brand and new regulation on origin labeling have further boosted their sales.
World
China Holds 70% of Global Production of Key Technologies
As Washington invests in a port in the Solomon Islands to rebuild regional ties, a New Yorker analysis reveals the scale of China's industrial dominance.
Croatia
Heat wave reduces milk and egg production, livestock farmers report losses
Heatwaves are causing huge problems for Croatian livestock farmers. Animal deaths have been recorded, and farmers are making extra efforts to cool their animals and maintain production.
Economy
Industry Loses 5.3% of Its Workforce in One Year
Latest data from the Croatian Bureau of Statistics reveals a dramatic decline in industrial employment, with clothing manufacturing losing nearly a third of its workforce.
Economy
Industrial Production Up 4.3% in June, Raw Materials and Semi-Finished Products Lead
Despite Production Growth, Industrial Employment Falls 5.3% Year-on-Year, DZS Data Shows