Dutch farmers face a surge in tractor and agricultural machinery thefts, particularly in Flevoland, with reports also emerging from Groningen, Overijssel, and North Brabant. Authorities link the increase to international gangs from Eastern Europe exploiting the lack of surveillance measures in the area. Police confirm a spike in incidents since late October but lack specific statistics on the thefts. Organizations are advising farmers on security measures to protect their equipment, including the use of alarm systems and motion detectors.