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The rain in Spain isn't falling on the plain

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An extraordinary drought is expected in Western Europe this year, with some countries saying they've only seen 30% of their average rainfall. The United Kingdom, Portugal and Spain are among the worst affected, and the dryness is having a catastrophic effect on farmers' yields. In turn, this will drive up prices for fruits, vegetables and meat in countries whose economies have already been hit hard by the financial crisis.

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By Adeline PERCEPT / Clément PERROUAULT / Henry DE LAGUERIE
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