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French heatwaves exacerbate drought conditions

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Farmers are in survival mode across much of France, as heatwaves and drought continue to hamper production, with low harvests anticipated as a result

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French heatwaves exacerbate drought conditions

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French heatwaves exacerbate drought conditions

Farmers are in survival mode across much of France, as heatwaves and drought continue to hamper production, with low harvests anticipated as a result

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