Ukraine's Harvest Devastated by Unseasonal Frosts: Food Prices to Soar

Unseasonal frosts hit Ukraine's harvest, causing food price hikes. May 19, 2025 – Unusually cold weather in May has devastated crops across several regions of Ukraine, resulting in significant losses for farmers and a predicted surge in food prices. The unexpected frosts, unprecedented for this time of year, damaged vegetable and fruit harvests, impacting the nation's agricultural output. Farmers have reported widespread damage. One farmer, interviewed in the video, stated, "Minus a million!" describing the financial losses from the destroyed crops. Images in the video show fields where plants have been frozen, and farmers are using measures to try to save what's left. Another farmer described how cabbage plants were completely frozen. The impact on the overall harvest is expected to be substantial. The government is yet to release official figures on the extent of the damage, but the video suggests the impact will be felt by consumers through higher prices for produce in the coming months. The incident highlights the vulnerability of agriculture to climate change and the potential for significant economic consequences.