fruit production

Severe weather slashes fruit harvest and quality, with long-term effects expected

Severe weather conditions this year have had a detrimental impact on fruit production, significantly affecting both the quantity and quality of the harvest. Experts estimate that the total yield will be between 270,000 and 300,000 tons less than in 2022. The damage extends beyond this year's crop, with next year's production expected to suffer due to poorly formed fruit buds. The warm winter accelerated the growth of fruit trees, but this was followed by a sharp drop in temperatures at…