The spring frost disaster has deeply affected Turkey's agricultural sector. How are farmers coping with this situation?

In the Eastern Black Sea region, below-normal temperatures have caused significant damage to tea gardens. The cold has severely affected the blooming hazelnuts and newly sprouted tea plants.

Bünyamin Arslan, the President of the Rize Agricultural Chamber, stated that this year a crop loss of 2 to 3 percent is expected, which translates to approximately 150,000 to 200,000 tons of loss.

Tea producers have suffered significant losses due to untimely snowfall and subsequent frost. Osman Terzi stated, 'Our freshly sprouted tea has completely burned.'

Farmers emphasize that improper fertilization has increased the effects of frost. Therefore, it is crucial to fertilize correctly.

In conclusion, this winter disaster has left farmers in a difficult position. Economic losses and extended harvest times are leading to serious issues in the agricultural sector.