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Temperatures set to stay above 30C as fire chiefs report more than 250 wildfires and grass fires in just two weeks

Farmers facing poor harvest returns as water companies impose usage bans

As combines roll around the country cutting barley, many growers are feeling the impacts of the lack of moisture, but how much will this affect future rotations?

National Drought Group says: "Every drop saved leaves more available for farmers"

A prolonged spell of heat and dry weather at this stage of the growing season brings real concern, warns expert

The Environment Agency has urged farmers to plan ahead for irrigation

While this is positive news for water supplies, the National Drought Group says exceptional levels of rain have caused devastating flooding in many communities

Poor harvest returns have seen prices surge year on year

Reservoirs returning to normal but farmers are advised to consider storage ahead of spring

Farmers urged to prepare for challenging season unless ow water levels recover by spring 2026