VOICED: Drought hits French farmland

The video discusses the severe drought affecting France, particularly the southwest region. Farmers are struggling as the dry weather disrupts their routines, forcing them to keep livestock indoors longer and depleting feed supplies. The drought, now in its third year, is also threatening cereal crops due to insufficient moisture. The clay soil and salty groundwater in the Gironde estuary exacerbate the problem, leaving farmers dependent on rain, which is not forecasted soon.

What challenges are farmers facing due to the dry weather this year?

How has the lack of rain affected the growth of grass for cattle?

What are the implications of the drought on cereal crops?

Why is the moisture level critical for sunflower seeds?

What factors are contributing to the difficulties in watering crops in the Gironde estuary?