The summer of 2026 was the hottest since measurements began 260 years ago, with persistent heatwaves over 40 degrees, extremely low water levels, and an unprecedented drought that resulted in massive crop failures and a record number of heat-related deaths. (translated)
The drought and the climate crisis are causing crop failures and will increase food prices for grains, vegetables, and honey, as well as require new cultivation methods and changes in the German diet. (translated)
According to a report published today by the EU Research Center Joint Research Center, Austria is particularly affected by drought, which could lead to yield reductions of up to 20 percent below the five-year average for the summer harvest, as high temperatures and water shortages during the flowering period increase stress on the plants. (translated)
Greenpeace estimates that the ongoing heat in Germany has caused economic losses in the double-digit billion range, with estimated damages from crop failures, wildfires, and productivity losses potentially amounting to at least 36 billion euros, which corresponds to about 0.8 to 0.9 percent of Germany's gross domestic product. (translated)
«Während einer so großen Hitze, Dürrekrise, wo es Hitzetote gibt, wo eben Ernteausfälle sind, dass sich der Kanzler da nicht meldet, zu Wort meldet und überhaupt mal signalisiert, ich bin bei euch, ich bin bei den Feuerwehrleuten, die die Brände löschen, das finde ich schon ziemlichen Wahnsinn, muss ich sagen.»
The extreme drought leads to drastic yield losses of up to 45 percent in Austrian fruit and vegetable farming, especially in eastern regions, where irrigated areas are struggling with dwindling water reserves and the die-off of trees. (translated)
Prolonged heat in Germany is leading to a poor harvest balance for farmers, as reported in an article from August 18, 2026. (translated)
The persistent drought in Austria is leading to crop failures of up to 50 percent in fruit and vegetable cultivation, as water reserves dwindle and pests further impair growth. (translated)
The German Farmers' Association reports a decline of 7 percent in wheat and 20 percent in rapeseed for the 2026 harvest due to extreme heat and drought, calls for financial support for the affected farmers, and warns of significant regional differences in yields as well as future crop failures in autumn crops. (translated)
Dass die Bauern, die gegen die Klimaschutzbemühungen der Grünen Demos aus der Hölle losgetreten, Land stillgelegt haben und nun wegen klimakrisenbedingter Ernteausfälle rumheulen und Hilfe fordern, ist ja schon Peak Comedy. #Klimawandel #Umweltschutz #Agrarpolitik
Schade, dass im @morgenmagazin nur über mehr Geld für Ernteausfälle (unsäglich: @Bauern_Verband will noch mehr Dieselsubventionen), Waldbrandbekämpfung und Hitzeschutz debattiert wird: Das Wort #Klimaschutz fällt kein einziges Mal. Symptombehandlung anstatt Ursachen anzugehen. #Klimawandel #Ernährungsunsicherheit #Umweltschutz
German agriculture is struggling with massive crop failures due to drought and the effects of climate change, while another part of the podcast addresses the suicide of Cambridge professor Jayson Arday, who died after plagiarism accusations and public pressure. (translated)
Stefan Kaineder, party chairman of the Greens in Upper Austria, demands in an interview swift state aid for the endangered agriculture due to the severe drought and the resulting crop failures, while criticizing the inaction of the government. (translated)
Hallo @bundeskanzler Merz, Zu alt und zu müde für den Job? Urlaub verlängern, ist dass ihr Verständnis von Ärmel hochkrempeln? Sie wollten diesen Job unbedingt. Sie wollten die AfD mit politischen Inhalten stellen und sie halbieren. Deutschland vertrocknet und verbrennt. Sie beobachten. Landwirte beklagen Ernteausfälle und Notschlachtungen mangels Futter. Sie schweigen. Dafür kürzen Sie bei den Armen unserer Gesellschaft. Und bei medizinischer Versorgung. Misstrauen dem eigenen Volk. An die Überreichen gehen sie nicht ran. Sie schauen zu, wie der rechtsextreme Rand wächst. Beklagen sich darüber, dass kein Kanzler es so schwer hatte wie sie. Genießen Sie Ihren Urlaub? Die Medien würden so schlecht und einseitig berichten. Sie sind der unbeliebteste Kanzler aller Zeiten. Der erste, der zwei Anläufe brauchte, um gewählt zu werden. Sie gebären sich wie ein Landlord, der seinen Staat auspressen will wie eine reife Orange. Sie erwecken nicht den Eindruck, dass ihnen was an den BürgerInnen dieses Landes liegt. Sie halten ihre Versprechen nicht und führen uns direkt wieder Jahrzehnte in die Vergangenheit. 0% Progression, 100% Rückschritt. Ich könnte es verstehen, wenn Sie überfordert und müde sind. Nur sollten Sie dann einmal Anstand zeigen und Konsequenzen ziehen. #Politik #Deutschland #Kanzler
Hamburg-Mitte: In the Eifel, forest fires threaten several villages, while low water levels in the Rhine present challenges for inland shipping and farmers fear massive crop failures due to the drought, while at the same time the automobile industry is in a crisis and innovative projects to raise awareness about climate change are being implemented. (translated)
The German Farmers' Association warns of partial total crop failures for important crops such as wheat, potatoes, and sugar beets due to ongoing drought and urgently demands political support, while the economic situation of farmers is extremely tense due to high costs and low prices. (translated)
The German Farmers' Association expects significant harvest losses in grain, potatoes, and sugar beets due to the ongoing drought, especially in the south of Germany, where a total crop failure is even looming, while the harvest situation is somewhat better in the north. (translated)
Due to drought, some German farmers are facing significant problems with crop failures and a shortage of feed, leading to urgent calls for state aid. (translated)
More than 70 percent of England is affected by drought, according to the British Ministry of Environment, as weather conditions have continued to worsen following an unusually dry July, leading to falling river levels, crop failures, and water restrictions for approximately 27 million people. (translated)
Historical drought heavily hits Austria's agriculture, with crop failures of up to 30 percent and total damages of around one billion euros, which has already led to emergency slaughtering among cattle farmers, while political aid measures are being prepared. (translated)
