Irrigation in U.S. agriculture helps increase crop yields without expanding cultivated land, which prevents greenhouse gas emissions from converting natural areas. Efficient water use and the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies can further enhance the climate performance of the agricultural sector.
The Central Bank of Turkey has revised its inflation forecasts due to geopolitical instability and rising prices, opting not to publish forecast ranges. The new target for the end of 2026 is 24%, while expectations for the end of the current year are approaching 26%.
In March, annual inflation in Ireland rose to 3.6%, reaching its highest level in two and a half years, mainly due to an 11% increase in energy prices over the month. Core inflation remained steady at 2.6%.