Agrometeorologist: Sharp temperature differences also create stress on plants

“Annual premature development of perennial plantations is a fact,” said Dragomir Atanasov

“Both people and plants experience stress from these sudden temperature differences. The high temperatures – in places it was over 34 degrees, at this time of the year accelerate the development of permanent crops. With the sharp drop in temperatures, there is a real danger of frostbite”. This was stated by the agrometeorologist Dragomir Atanasov in the program “The Day Live” on NOVA NEWS.

Are the temperature anomalies affecting the fruit trees in our country?

Since heat stimulates growth, a sudden cold snap then poses a danger to fruit trees. For stone fruits – cherries, plums, apricots, peaches, temperatures of minus 1-2 degrees are critical for their colors. With seed trees – quinces, pears, apples, it is dangerous to drop to minus 3-4 degrees, because it can harm the fruits. “Annual premature development of perennial plantations is a fact,” said Atanasov.

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Watch the whole conversation in the video.

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