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England's 2025 Harvest Hits Record Low Amid Climate Crisis

10/11/2025

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In 2025, England's cereals and oilseeds harvest totaled 16.2 million tonnes, the second-worst on record according to government data.
Extreme weather, including heavy rainfall and drought, has severely reduced yields across crops.
Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) analysts note three of the five worst harvests have occurred this decade.
Wheat harvest is 10.6 million tonnes, and barley production falls 14%, raising food-security concerns and calls for government support.

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Story summary

In 2025, England's cereals and oilseeds harvest totaled 16.2 million tonnes, the second-worst on record according to government data.
Extreme weather, including heavy rainfall and drought, has severely reduced yields across crops.
Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) analysts note three of the five worst harvests have occurred this decade.
Wheat harvest is 10.6 million tonnes, and barley production falls 14%, raising food-security concerns and calls for government support.