The land is becoming desert': drought pushes Sicily's farming heritage to the brink
Briefly

For the first time in four generations, Vito Amantia's farm experienced total wheat loss due to severe drought. The region faces grave water crisis.
Amantia, a seasoned farmer, noted that the wheat seedlings this year stopped growing at just 5cm compared to the usual 80cm, highlighting the severity.
Despite acute water scarcity, tourism, a vital economic driver, continues to thrive in Sicily, increasing pressure on already limited water resources.
Experts warn that due to the climate emergency, 70% of Sicily is at risk of desertification, presenting an existential threat to local communities.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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