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Jakopović on the impact of heat on farmers: It's hard to find workers
Croatia🏛️ Politics7 days ago

Jakopović on the impact of heat on farmers: It's hard to find workers

The article discusses the impact of extreme heatwaves on Croatian agriculture, as highlighted by Mladen Jakopović from the Croatian Farmers' Association. Jakopović notes that while some areas have had relatively good harvests, livestock has been particularly affected due to high temperatures. He emphasizes the challenges farmers face in adapting to climate change, including the need for new technologies like solar panels for cooling and drones for monitoring crops. Jakopović also mentions the aging workforce in agriculture, with many farm owners over 60 years old, and highlights the difficulty in finding workers during extreme heat conditions. The article concludes with concerns about the competitiveness of Croatian agriculture in the face of these challenges.

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Jakopović on the impact of heat on farmers: It's hard to find workers

The article discusses the impact of extreme heatwaves on Croatian agriculture, as highlighted by Mladen Jakopović from the Croatian Farmers' Association. Jakopović notes that while some areas have had relatively good harvests, livestock has been particularly affected due to high temperatures. He emphasizes the challenges farmers face in adapting to climate change, including the need for new technologies like solar panels for cooling and drones for monitoring crops. Jakopović also mentions the aging workforce in agriculture, with many farm owners over 60 years old, and highlights the difficulty in finding workers during extreme heat conditions. The article concludes with concerns about the competitiveness of Croatian agriculture in the face of these challenges.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced view of the challenges facing Croatian agriculture due to climate change, citing both current difficulties and efforts to adapt through technology. It does not take an overtly left or right-wing stance but rather reports on the situation based on expert commentary. No

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