France's wheat harvest drops by 4% in 2026 due to heatwaves
France's wheat harvest is expected to reach 32 million tons in 2026, down 4%.
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32 million
France's wheat harvest is expected to reach 32 million tons in 2026, down 4%
2.6 %
Heatwaves have reduced yields despite a 2.6% increase in cultivated areas
The fact
Heatwaves have reduced yields despite a 2.6% increase in cultivated areas.
This decline follows a rebound in 2025 and weakens France's position as Europe's leading cereal producer.
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Why it matters
La baisse des rendements céréaliers en France, premier producteur européen, pourrait affecter les prix mondiaux et la sécurité alimentaire, dans un contexte de tensions climatiques accrues.