Weather set to hit harvest in Russia’s largest grain region
Russia’s Rostov region, the country’s largest grain-producing area, is facing a farming emergency due to high temperatures and lack of rain. Governor Yuri Slyusar declared the emergency on May 19 after spring frosts. This enables farmers to seek compensation. Weather-related insurance payouts rose 76% in 2024, highlighting the growing climate risks to agriculture.
MOSCOW, May 20 (Reuters) – High temperatures and a lack of rain over the coming months are expected to deplete the harvest in Russia’s largest grain region Rostov, the head of the local grain lobby group said after a farming emergency was declared.
Rostov Governor Yuri Slyusar issued a decree on May 19 introducing the state of emergency for farming after spring frosts and ordered local authorities to evaluate the damage.
The declaration allows farmers to seek compensation. Insurance payments to farmers linked to bad weather grew by 76% in 2024.
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Source : Reuters
