The field is getting hot again.
From August 10 to 16, high temperatures and dry weather will again prevail for agriculture. In some regions, temperatures reaching +41…+43 degrees Celsius can lead to a rapid decrease in soil moisture, increased demand for irrigation, and increased physiological stress for crops.
The field is heating up again
On August 10-16, high temperatures and dry weather conditions will be observed in the agricultural sector again. The heat, which is expected to rise to +41…+43 degrees in some places, can lead to a rapid decrease in soil moisture, an increase in the need for irrigation and increased physiological stress in crops.
A slight decrease in temperature at the end of the week will provide short-term relief for the fields.
The strong and dry heat that will occur in the first half of the week will primarily increase water consumption. Increased soil evaporation can lead to a rapid decrease in moisture reserves in irrigated areas, especially in crops with a close-to-surface root system. Also, in areas with strong winds, soil drying and dusting will increase.
At this time, it is important to control the water supply in cotton, vegetable, melon crops and gardens, and adjust the irrigation periods to the physiological needs of the plant. Limiting field work during the hottest hours of the day is necessary not only for the health of crops, but also for the health of agricultural workers.
A slight decrease in temperature at the end of the week will alleviate heat stress for crops. However, in the absence of precipitation, this cooling cannot be equated with the restoration of soil moisture. Therefore, the main challenge for agriculture during the week will be to quickly meet the water demand of plants, rather than heat.