Turkey: 4,000 almond saplings were distributed to farmers in Başkale

Almond Kernel

Turkiye

Published May 18, 2022

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In cooperation with the Baskale Chamber of Agriculture and the Van Forestry Directorate, 4,000 almond saplings were distributed to the farmers in order to increase fruit production in the district. The saplings distributed in the garden of the Chamber of Agriculture with the participation of the headmen and farmers will be brought together with the soil in the orchards in the district. President of Başkale Chamber of Agriculture Rahmi Aşkan stated that Başkale has a high potential for agriculture and animal husbandry.

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Stating that the district is constantly developing in fruit cultivation, Aşkan said: "There are many fruit trees such as apricots, plums, cherries, and peaches in our district. Along with hazelnuts and walnuts, almond trees also grow in our district. We brought 4 thousand almond saplings with our Forestry Management Directorate and distributed them to our farmers. With the efforts and efforts of the farmers, we will change the perception in the district. We will be with you. There are very few trees in Başkale. We aim to bring our district to an important place with fruit trees. Our aim is to create a culture here." One of the producers, Şehmus Erdaş, stated that there are fruit trees in their highlands and said, "We bought our almond ...

Source: Sondakika