Heatwaves and drought wipe more than 3.5 million tonnes from Europe’s potato harvest
- Extreme summer heatwaves have devastated potato yields in Europe, resulting in losses exceeding 3.5 million tonnes.
- The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit reported that drought conditions have reduced potato yields by 20% in key regions.
- Estimated financial losses from the potato shortage range from €498 million to €818 million, around ₹5,479 crore to ₹9,000 crore, or nearly $572 million.
- Wholesale prices have surged, with Belgium crossing €200 per tonne, about ₹22,000.
Source: wionews.com
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