The impact of drought on the River Wye and Welsh agriculture will be examined at a major water summit in Builth Wells next month.

The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) Cymru is organising The Wye Water Summit at the Royal Welsh Showground on October 1.

The event follows a summer of prolonged hot and dry weather, which saw Natural Resources Wales declare the whole of Wales to be in drought on July 30.

Farmers have been among those most affected, with crops struggling to grow and some farms relying on tanks or springs running short of water, creating concerns for livestock.

The River Wye has also experienced the effects of the dry conditions.

Water temperatures have reached 26C, while levels in parts of the river have been recorded at 59 per cent below typical summer levels.

CLA Cymru says low flows and high temperatures can disrupt oxygen and nutrient levels, affecting the health of the river.

The organisation says climate change means such conditions could become increasingly common, making it important to consider how farmers and other stakeholders can prepare for future extreme weather.

The summit will bring together farmers, industry experts and policymakers to discuss the relationship between farming and water quality.

Panel discussions will examine pressures facing rivers, including drought, while the focus will be on practical, data-driven measures farmers can take to improve land and water management.

CLA Cymru represents more than 3,000 members across Wales and works on issues including agriculture, rural economic development and planning.

The event will run from 9am to 4pm and is free to attend, with lunch also provided, thanks to support from the Welsh Government through the Wye Nutrient Management Board.

Places are limited and advance booking is advised through the CLA Cymru website: www.cla.org.uk/events