Europe's June heatwave caused an estimated €2bn loss and destroyed 9m tonnes of grain crops, impacting farmers' income and raising concerns about food security and commodity prices. France, Hungary, and Spain are among the hardest hit.
China's summer grain harvest is nearing completion, with advanced machinery and high-yield seed varieties boosting production. Regions like Henan, Shandong, and Shaanxi are employing smart technology and integrated farming practices to ensure a successful and efficient harvest, with efforts to secure grain sales and farmer income.
China's summer grain harvest is progressing with over 20,000 mu of wheat ripe in Xi'an, Shaanxi. Anhui, Jiangsu, and Shanxi provinces are also reporting good yields and efficient harvesting, with Jiangsu's progress exceeding 70%. Despite challenges like delayed planting due to rain in Shanxi, precise agricultural measures have ensured a bumper crop.
Russia harvested 144.6 million tons of grain in 2025, the third-highest result in the country's history, along with a record 8 million tons of legumes. Historic maxima were also achieved for oilseeds including soybeans and rapeseed, and for fruits and berries in the organized sector, Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut reported.
