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2025 Heatwave Costs UK Farmers £800 Million in Losses

12/4/2025

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In 2025, Britain's arable farmers faced over £800 million in losses due to record heat and drought.
The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit reported that staple crops fell 20% in 2025 vs the 10-year average.
Farmers face rising costs and unpredictable weather, prompting calls for support.
The UK summer of 2025 was the hottest in more than a century.
The government pledged a nature-friendly farming budget to bolster resilience.

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Story summary

In 2025, Britain's arable farmers faced over £800 million in losses due to record heat and drought.
The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit reported that staple crops fell 20% in 2025 vs the 10-year average.
Farmers face rising costs and unpredictable weather, prompting calls for support.
The UK summer of 2025 was the hottest in more than a century.
The government pledged a nature-friendly farming budget to bolster resilience.