Farmers Hit by Frost: Price Increase Expected to Be at Least 50%
The President of the Adana Branch of the Chamber of Agricultural Engineers, made significant statements regarding the recent frost event. He explained that due to temperatures dropping to as low as -8°C, vegetables in the fields had been damaged by frost. He noted that this negative situation would likely result in price increases for consumers starting next week.
The cold winter temperatures have caused agricultural products to freeze, leaving farmers in a difficult position. With crops damaged by frost, farmers are facing significant losses, and it is anticipated that these losses will be passed on to consumers as price hikes. A notable price increase is expected, particularly for vegetables during the upcoming Ramadan. Same expert discussed the situation on TGRT News’ live broadcast, predicting that prices will rise within the next week.
“Frost Caused Significant Damage to Farmers”
He explained that the temperature had dropped to -8°C, leading to significant damage to crops. He noted, “Currently, only winter vegetables are left in open fields. Leeks, spinach, and all types of greens have frozen. Since these are leafy vegetables, they were heavily damaged by the cold. The harvest is zero!”
“Consumers May Also Be Affected”
He pointed out that consumers would also be impacted by the situation. “The producer is suffering losses because they couldn’t harvest their crops and thus can’t make money. Consumers will also face higher prices due to the scarcity of products in the market. While the damage in greenhouse-grown products like tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers is somewhat less, a 50% loss is expected there as well. The extent of the damage is difficult to predict, and the frost is not over yet,” he said.
“At Least 50% Price Increase Expected”
He stated, “Within the next week, you will see prices rise. There will be at least a 50% price increase. This is not only due to the crop losses but also because of the recent fuel price hike. The cost of transporting goods from production areas to city centers will also increase, leading to an additional rise in prices. It won’t just be the frost damage.”
