Black Sea region

EU economic impact and extreme weather trends 2026

15 clusters · 248 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Spain records record-breaking heat and 5,234 deaths in 2026 summer

Extreme weather and climate-related disasters are increasingly straining public finances across the European Union. Between 1980 and 2024, these events caused approximately 822 billion euros in economic losses, with one-

Turkey hazelnut harvest: Economic pressure and processing

19 clusters · 70 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Samsun hazelnut producers warned over quality and pests

The hazelnut harvest in Turkey’s coastal regions has concluded, marking a transition from collection and drying to processing. While the expected yield is approximately 700,000 tons, the sector faces severe economic pres

Wheat and corn markets pressured by Black Sea risk and heat

37 clusters · 203 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Black Sea geopolitical shifts impact global wheat markets

Global wheat and corn markets remain under pressure from Black Sea geopolitical instability and extreme weather. Wheat prices recently dropped to a two-week low of $7.10 per bushel as traders weigh potential diplomatic e

Global food price index fluctuations

4 clusters · 100 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Global milk production rises amid shifting food commodity prices

In July 2026, the FAO Food Price Index rose by 0.6% to 131.1 points, reaching its highest level since January 2023. This increase was primarily driven by rising costs for cereals, sugar, and vegetable oils, which offset

Extreme weather shifts and regional volatility in Turkey

132 clusters · 524 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Turkey records 16th warmest August in 56 years

By early September 2026, Turkey’s weather patterns continued to exhibit extreme regional diversity. In the south, provinces such as Muğla and Antalya maintained summer-like heat, with temperatures reaching as high as 40

Ongoing severe rain, flooding, heat, and fires across TR

20 clusters · 250 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Turkey faces multiple natural disasters including floods and fires

Turkey has faced a prolonged period of severe weather, characterized by recurring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and flash flooding across various provinces. In late May 2026, the Interior Ministry issued orange-level alerts