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Dried figs: lack of rainfall

March 11, 2025 at 3:39 PM , Der AUDITOR
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AYDIN. Spring seems to have arrived in Aydin for the time being, but rainfall is still a long way off. This could lead to problems during the summer months.

Concerns about drought

In the province of Aydin, temperatures are expected to rise to 24-29°C over the course of this week, accompanied by plenty of sunshine. While the warm weather is not atypical for this time of year, the lack of rainfall is a concern for market players. If the soil moisture is too low, this could lead to problems in the summer months, which tend to be hot and dry.

Market players consider the 2024/2025 dried fig season to be virtually over. Growers have disposed of their raw materials, which means that all available stocks are in the

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