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Croatian Farmer Thrives by Growing Tropical Fruits Amid Drought

8/20/2025

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Climate change is causing hotter summers and prolonged droughts, affecting traditional farming in Croatia.
Farmer Ivan Sulog in Donja Bistra is adapting by growing over 50 types of tropical fruits, such as mangoes.
Traditional crops, like apples, are expected to experience a 27% yield decrease this year.
Sulog has been experimenting with non-native fruits for 25 years, seeing challenges as opportunities.

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Story summary

Climate change is causing hotter summers and prolonged droughts, affecting traditional farming in Croatia.
Farmer Ivan Sulog in Donja Bistra is adapting by growing over 50 types of tropical fruits, such as mangoes.
Traditional crops, like apples, are expected to experience a 27% yield decrease this year.
Sulog has been experimenting with non-native fruits for 25 years, seeing challenges as opportunities.