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Sultanas: harvest to start one week early

July 16, 2024 at 11:57 AM , Der AUDITOR
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MANISA. Tariş will issue a purchase price for the new crop at the start of August. As least year's production was rather disappointing for raisins and sultanas exports are lagging behind in terms of volume but have risen sharply in terms of value.

Crop estimated at 230,000-260,000 mt

Manisa witnessed normal temperatures for the season and occasional rainfall last week, which did not cause any harm to the vineyards. Yet, according scorching heat awaits the province this week as temperatures will gradually increase towards the weekend. On Friday, thermometers are expected to show 42C (108F). Due to the hot weather witnessed in recent weeks harvesting will start one or two weeks earlier this year as is the case with all other fruits. The crop size should range at 230,000-260,000 mt and the situation in the viney

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