vegetable production

Heat wave and drought drive up costs and lower profits for vegetable growers

The prolonged dry period has significantly impacted vegetable production in the region, as reported by Radio Television of Vojvodina. Due to the increased need for irrigation, the costs of vegetable production have surged by 30 percent, leading to diminished profit expectations for growers this season. The heat wave has affected both greenhouse and open-field production. Despite applying proper agricultural techniques and plant care, the adverse effects of the drought are evident. Toša Krainov, a vegetable grower from Čurug, highlights the…