Ten days Agromet Bulletin 11-20 July 2024

Bulletin

Normally, the third dekad of July is the time when the moisture gets stronger in most of the Kiremt crop growing areas, and in terms of agricultural activities, it is the time when the soil Moisture needed for the crops that have already been sown are sufficient and a favorable condition is created for the crops that will be sown. It is expected that in the following eleven days of the third dekad of July, there will be widespread moisture in most areas of the country that benefit from kiremt. This situation will be great importance for the agricultural activity, and the moisture available for the meher crops that have already been sown and are at different stages of development will have a positive impact. Along with this, it is expected that the meher season will improve soil moisture for areas that start farming late and will create favorable conditions for sowing crops in time. In addition, meeting the water needs of permanent plants and improving the supply of grazing and drinking water for the pastoral and semi-pastoral areas in the east and northeast, which are currently receiving moisture, will be of great importance. On the other hand, in some places, the moisture may be too much. As a result, it is necessary to take care by taking out canals so that water does not lie on the field, doing work to prevent it from sticking, and correcting weeds in time, using herbicides and pesticides based on the advice of agricultural experts. Also, in connection with the expected heavy rain in some areas, the occurrence of flash floods and landslides, especially in the areas that are receiving heavy rains, the farmers and the concerned parties should work together to prevent damage to crops, animals and property.