Impact of Climate Change on Citrus Production in Ilia, Greece
Citrus growers in Ilia, Greece, are facing challenges due to reduced rainfall and rising temperatures, leading to lower production rates. Farmer Antonis Grivakis observes that unusual weather patterns are delaying the harvest, traditionally expected in early December. Affordable prices from the previous year provide some optimism, though labor shortages and higher irrigation needs complicate matters. In contrast, citrus farmers in Calabria, Italy, report severe financial struggles due to similar weather challenges.