Agriculture: August 2007 Archives

A summer 2007 drought in Moldova has been classified by the United Nations as having reached catastrophic proportions.

This situation is part of the drought that has plagued much of central and southeastern Europe throughout the summer. Extreme heat and lack of rain has created a crisis in the country's agricultural sector that may continue well into 2008 and beyond. The drought has not only effected agricultural production this year, but farmers are also having a difficult time preparing their fields for the autumn sowing due to the poor condition of the land as well as a lack of seeding material. This could ultimately lead to more financial hardship on the farmers because it will lead to a much smaller crop yield in 2008.

Efforts are being made at both the national and local levels to minimize the drought's impact. Let's hope something can be done to help this tiny country that is extremely dependent on agriculture for its food supplies and income.