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Heatwave triggers potato shortage in Europe

Published 1w ago · Updated 1w ago

Covered in 2 countries

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A severe European heatwave has destroyed millions of tonnes of potatoes, causing hundreds of millions of euros in agricultural losses.

An intense European heatwave has devastated agricultural output, destroying millions of tonnes of potato crops and causing widespread concern among farmers and consumers. Slovenia is among the hardest hit regions, where severe drought conditions have left noticeable marks on local yields. This agricultural shortfall has resulted in substantial financial losses for producers across the continent.

The extreme weather destroyed approximately 3.1 million tonnes of potatoes across Europe.
The financial value of the lost potato harvest reaches up to 620 million euros.
Slovenian consumers and agricultural workers are expressing deep concern over the historically low yields caused by persistent drought.

By the numbers

3.1Mtonnes of potatoes wiped out

620Meuros in lost crop value

Why it matters

Extreme weather events driven by climate change increasingly threaten agricultural security and food supply chains across Europe.

What outlets agree on

Outlets agree that extreme heat and drought conditions have severely damaged potato harvests across Europe, leading to notably low yields.

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