Heat threatens EU wheat crop

France’s wheat crop is deteriorating as record heat across the European Union’s top grower adds to global grain-supply woes. The share of the country’s soft-wheat crop rated in good or very good condition fell to 73 per cent as of May 16, putting ratings below this time last year, according to the latest FranceAgriMer data. A dry, hot streak across France is draining soil moisture during a vital period for the crop’s development, with weekend temperatures expected to swelter above 35 C in many cities, forecaster Meteo France said in a note.