Thuringian farmers suffer from storm: eating losses threaten

Thuringian farmers suffer from storm: eating losses threaten

In Thuringia, the extreme weather conditions have serious consequences for agriculture this year. Unsteady temperatures and unexpected rainfall accompany the summer months and bring many farmers into trouble. This topic highlights the challenges with which agriculture in the Free State is faced.

Farmers in Thuringia

The recent heavy rainfall has affected the harvest yields in many regions of Thuringia. Klaus Wagner, President of the Thuringian Farmers' Association, drew attention to the serious economic consequences: "The wheat, which is still outside, is no longer baking wheat. It usually only remains the use of use as cattle feed," he stated. This has a direct impact on the income of the companies because the price of cattle feed is significantly lower.

Statistical state office registers decline in the harvest

The State Statistical Office in Erfurt has already published a pessimistic forecast for the grain harvest. With an estimated yield of around 2.2 million tons, a decline is expected compared to the average figures of the past years. Experts assume a hectare yield of 6.7 tons, which is two percent below the long -term average. This situation can not only burden the local economy, but also lead to an increase in food prices.

Weather trends and their effect on agriculture

The estimates show that the grain grows on less acreage; 328,500 hectares were claimed, which means a decline of 7,900 hectares or two percent. Winter wheat, which is the most important type of grain in the Free State and extends over 167,900 hectares, is particularly affected. The scenario is not only an isolated problem, but also reflects a broader, alarming development in agriculture: the weather extreme increases and put the adaptability of farmers on the sample.

Social consequences of agricultural problems

For the community in Thuringia, the crisis in agriculture is more than an economic problem. It also affects social aspects such as security of supply and the creation of jobs. Farmers are often important employers in rural areas; If you get into difficulties, this has far -reaching consequences for the entire region. It is therefore essential that both politics and society work together to find solutions and to support the farmers in this difficult time.