Due to extreme heat and drought, German farmers expect a harvest of only 41.9 million tons of grain this year, which represents a decrease of seven percent compared to the previous year, while potatoes and sugar beets are also forecasted to have below-average yields. (translated)
In aktuellen Feldversuchen hat sich in diesem Sommer gezeigt, dass gestählte Kartoffelkörper überlebt haben, wenn sie innerhalb von Sekunden aus einer Lufttemperatur von 38 Grad sich in eine Wassertemperatur von 23 Grad begeben haben. Führende ÄrztInnen sind zuversichtlich, dass selbst ungeübte Kartoffelkörper mit Schwurbelhintergrund damit umgehen können, wenn über mehrere Tage verteilt ein ebensolcher Temperaturunterschied zu befürchten ist. #Kartoffeln #Wissenschaft #Forschung
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 warns of significant harvest losses, especially for potatoes and grains, due to the ongoing drought, which could lead to total crop failure in some regions of Germany, while farmers are calling for economic support from the government to cope with the critical situation. (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)
Agriculture in Austria suffers record damages of 1 billion euros due to a historical drought disaster, particularly affecting corn, potatoes, and sugar beets, while the insurance company promises quick compensation for affected businesses. (translated)
