In Ukraine, serious forecasts regarding losses in apricot and peach harvests have emerged due to frost, which could reach up to 80%. Additionally, farmers report significant losses in the cultivation of rapeseed and other crops. In the face of unstable weather, they are making every effort to preserve at least part of the produce, but this may lead to an increase in prices for agricultural products.
This is reported by Finway
Impact of Frosts on the Harvest
Pavlo Koval, director of the Ukrainian Agrarian Confederation, notes that “in several regions, fruit crops have suffered from frost. Moreover, these are not the last frosts of this year”. The expert emphasizes that such weather conditions may only be the beginning of problems for farmers, as the weather remains unstable.
In addition to fruits, frost has also affected other crops. “Other crops have also been affected, including soybeans, sugar beets, and even in some cases, grains”, adds Koval.
Situation in the Agricultural Sector
According to Koval, the frosts have caused serious damage not only to fruit trees but also to plants at other stages of development. “It is too early to talk about the extent of the impact, but it can definitely be said that this will affect the increase in prices for products, as the harvest will significantly decrease”, he stated.
In Ukraine, as in other countries, including Turkey, similar problems are observed. Deputy Head of the All-Ukrainian Agrarian Council Denys Marchuk noted in a telethon that “the rapeseed, which was already in the flowering phase, has suffered the most. Losses may reach 10-15%. Fruit crops such as apricots, peaches, cherries, and sour cherries have also been affected. For some crops, losses may reach 70-80%”.
Marchuk emphasized that farmers are trying to do everything possible to save the harvest, but the frosts will cause serious losses. This week, frosts are still ongoing in some regions, adding even more challenges for farmers.