The Unyielding Grip of Climate Change on European Crops The European Union's agricultural sector is struggling to cope with the effects of climate change, as extreme heat, drought, and wildfires take a toll on crops across the continent.
While some countries have been more resilient than others, reduced yields, lost production, and rising prices are becoming increasingly evident – particularly in the case of olive oil.
Crop losses in the tens of millions of euros have been reported by farmers' associations and industry experts, along with reduced harvests and smaller grape yields.