Turkish Agriculture Reels: Record Frosts Threaten Food Security Amidst Diplomatic Talks

Severe frosts in Turkey have devastated agricultural regions in April 2025, with some areas reporting crop losses between 50% and 80%. The Turkish Minister of Agriculture and Forestry has described the situation as potentially one of the country’s worst agricultural disasters. These climate-related challenges arrive at a sensitive time as Türkiye engages in technical discussions with Israel aimed at preventing conflicts in Syria. The convergence of environmental and geopolitical pressures underscores the complexities facing the nation.