Climate vs War theme
This new reality has turned farming into a war zone for some, but it's clear that climate change is actually a battlefield where innovation can conquer all - and the fruit is on the winning side!
Ukraine's Deadly Gray Area: The Perilous Frontline Where Drones Watch Everything Ukrainian Soldier Survived Russian Air Raid in "The Kill Zone" Ukrainian soldier Dmytro speaks of the perilous battles in Ukraine A constantly changing and deadly gray zone, with drones see everything, is what the Ukrainian soldiers call "the Kill Zone". Here, both Russians and Ukrainians move at the same time, but the dangers are countless. To advance it's hazardous and slow. Larger vehicles are clear targets, that's why the soldiers move forward on foot, on motorcycles or three-wheeled bikes. But they try to hide from enemy drones. A Russian air raid attacked Dmytro's unit, causing significant damage. His comrade was knocked down and hit by shrapnel, but survived. Dmytro is specialized in drones, a top priority target for Russians. He has been a soldier in Ukraine's army since 2023, before the Russian invasion, he was a paravolley player and worked at a restaurant. The front moves slowly, but the situation on the battlefield is deadly. An area that stretches 30 kilometers wide extends deep into both Ukrainian- and Russian-controlled territory. In "the Kill Zone", there is no clear contact line between Russians and Ukrainians. Here, drones see everything, but soldiers live with constantly watchful eyes for emerging dangers. See article on SVT News.
French Farmers Turn to Tropical Fruits Amid Climate Change French Farmers Adapt to Climate Change by Growing Tropical Fruits As climate change takes hold, French farmers are finding ways to adapt to the warmer temperatures by growing tropical fruits such as papayas, mangoes, and bananas in their fields. In southern France, particularly in the region of Carqueirane, farmers have begun to switch from traditional crops like apples and pears to these exotic alternatives. The change is attributed to the increasing temperature trend in the country, which allows for longer growing seasons and greater crop yields without the need for artificial climate control. According to agronomist Johan Bultel, "I believe this is the future of farming, and it can be done on a larger scale." He points out that these tropical fruits mature naturally without any assistance from irrigation or other temperature regulation methods. Odlaren Dominique Bardin concurs, stating that all the mentioned fruits ripen without the need for any special care. She has made the switch to growing tropics fruits, replacing her previous crops of apples and pears, as they offer a more bountiful harvest. With climate change altering global weather patterns, it is becoming increasingly important for countries like France to find innovative ways to adapt their agricultural practices. By embracing tropical fruits, French farmers are not only contributing to the country's food supply but also paving the way for a more sustainable and resilient food system. See article on SVT News.