Farmers from Primorska region face drought and its consequences again this summer

The drought will reduce yields, by up to 50% for fodder crops. The whole of Primorska is facing a lack of rainfall this summer, but the worst is in Slovenian Istria. It is not only the drought that is causing problems, but also the prolonged high temperatures. Irrigation is becoming a necessity. There is no sign of heavy rainfall in the coming days, and the effects of the drought are set to intensify. A little over a week ago, some rain fell, but not enough to soak the parched soil and bring some relief to farmers. The drought has also affected wine-growers, with the worst effects in the Goriška Brda, Vipava Valley and Karst regions. Permanent crops will continue to be affected next year.