Secetă, apoi potop: lovitură de 240 de milioane de euro în agricultură. „Un dezastru”

Extreme summer weather has caused significant agricultural losses in Tuscany, with estimates reaching up to 240 million euros due to destroyed crops and reduced livestock production. The region faced intense heat followed by severe storms, leading to unprecedented rainfall and damage to olive groves. Coldiretti Toscana reports that 20% of horticultural and fruit production has been affected, while milk production has dropped by 20-30%. Rising energy and production costs have added to the financial strain on farmers, particularly those without irrigation access. The situation is exacerbated by increased pest issues and the impact of hailstorms, with overall agricultural costs rising significantly.