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European extreme heat and drought crisis

1074 clusters · 4974 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Europe faces significant crop yield losses due to drought

The summer of 2026 was characterized by historic heatwaves, severe droughts, and extreme weather across Europe, resulting in significant human, economic, and agricultural consequences. Public health was severely impacte

Shamonda-like orthobunyavirus spreads across Europe

22 clusters · 412 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Shamonda virus infects human for first time, causing death in France

The Shamonda-like orthobunyavirus outbreak continues to impact livestock across Europe, with its geographic footprint expanding significantly. In the Iberian Peninsula, the virus has been confirmed in both Portugal and S

European wolf management & culling disputes

41 clusters · 106 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Police respond to escaped sheep in Germany and Switzerland

European wolf management remains highly contentious, characterized by legal battles and shifting population targets. In Switzerland, the wolf population reached 350 individuals in 43 packs by early 2026. In the canton of

Drought and groundwater lows impact Austria and Germany

25 clusters · 90 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Austria agriculture faces drought damage and export challenges

By late October 2026, persistent drought and extreme heat continue to disrupt agricultural yields and water security in Austria and Germany. In Austria, the impact on viticulture is significant. The 2026 wine harvest is

Bavarian agricultural economic crisis

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Bavarian Farmers' Association addresses agricultural and land use challenges

The Bavarian Farmers' Association (BBV) has intensified its calls for economic relief as the agricultural sector faces mounting financial pressure. Initially, the association highlighted rising energy and fertilizer cost

German agricultural fertilizer ban extensions

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: German agriculture: New manure guidelines and fertilizer ban extensions

Authorities in various German agricultural regions have implemented extensions to fertilizer ban periods. In Middle Franconia, following requests from the Bavarian Farmers' Association (BBV), ban periods for grassland an

German driving and taxi regulations

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Germany taxi regulations and passenger rights overview

Regulations in Germany cover various aspects of road transport, including driver licensing and taxi service requirements. Driver licensing for Class B vehicles requires passing theoretical and practical examinations, al