In another blow to Russia's ailing economy, winter crops are facing record losses this year. It's reported only 31% of crops are in “good” condition, compared to 74% a year ago.“ https://
https://x.com/GlasnostGone/status/1864248990071443765
Manpower shortage?
What will putler do?
https://x.com/front_ukrainian/status/1864231790828777852
A long way from Ukraine.
“In another blow to Russia’s ailing economy, winter crops are facing record losses.”
Wrath of God?
Could be weather, but disruptions to financing operations, due to interest rates surging, might also have contributed. As you point out, manpower might be an issue. Perhaps local fertilizer and fuel disruptions from refinery strikes, or rail system delays.
The wheels are starting to come off, as multiple problems compound.
Because of Putin, the Doom of Russia.
