Apricot orchards in Moldova may bloom earlier

Warm weather in Moldova increases the risk of early flowering in apricot orchards. The weather in Moldova has been exceptionally warm for March since the beginning of the week. In the south of the country, the maximum daytime temperature approaches +15-17 degrees Celsius, which is 10-12 degrees above the average standard. According to the weather forecast, daytime temperatures in southern Moldova will increase next week. Apricot orchards of early varieties can bloom as early as the middle of next week. Apricots in Moldova last bloomed in the first half of March eight to ten years ago. Provided there are no frosts, ...