Fears of crop shortages as record-breaking drought continues and southern England nears 50 days with no precipitation - while thunderstorms and heavy rain hit the north
The National Farmers' Union said low rainfall and very hot weather have dried soil - with some farmers in drought-hit areas also now having water access restricted.

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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Aug 4, 2026, 9:24 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Disasters & Weather
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