Agriculture. A "Disaster" Year for Corn Producers: 50% Fewer Crops in 2026
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On Tuesday, the maize producers' association took stock of a campaign called a disaster, and reiterated its request for aid of 450 euros per hectare and once again stressed the need to store water for irrigation.
As a result of heat events and drought, the maize harvest fell this year. Producers, whose losses are estimated at 2.5 billion euros, are demanding aid.
Grain maize production, at about 7 million tonnes, has been at the lowest since 1976, due to a decrease in cultivated areas but mainly to drought and heat.
Grain maize production, at about 7 million tonnes, has been at the lowest since 1976. The financial loss is estimated by professionals in the sector at 2.5 billion euros.
The corn harvest in France fell 50 per cent in the 2026 agricultural year by the previous year and reached one of the minimum levels in 50 years, reported ... . . . . 20.10.2026, PRIM
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