Agriculture in Serbia and Bosnia faces climate and drought challenges

Agricultural producers in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina are facing significant challenges due to shifting climate patterns and drought. In the Šumadija region of Serbia, fruit growers report that unpredictable weather, including late frosts, droughts, and extreme temperatures, is threatening the stability of crops like plums, apples, and cherries. Experts suggest increasing value through processing rather than relying solely on fresh sales.

In Bosnia and Herzegovina, drought has severely impacted livestock farmers, particularly in Kozarska Dubica. Reduced corn yields for silage and the drying up of traditional water sources have forced farmers to transport water to livestock via tractors. This has led to increased costs for animal feed.

Market trends show seasonal preparations for winter food supplies are underway. In Serbia, prices for peppers used for ajvar remain high, while cabbage prices in Bosnia are being monitored as households prepare for fermentation. The combination of environmental stress and market fluctuations is shaping the autumn agricultural landscape.