It is reported by Reuters.

For recently sown spring crops like maize, sugar beet and sunflower seed, the ministry was monitoring field conditions, with rain seen as crucial in the next two weeks to avoid yield losses in newly established plants.

Below average rainfall during winter and early spring has already led to local water restrictions in some parts of France, although the ministry said agriculture was given priority status like electricity plants.

The government last month announced 100 million euros ($105.57 million) in additional funding for water agencies to help mitigate drought effects.