Berry production in Bulgaria will rise in price due to rising prices for irrigation water

Published 2023년 4월 2일

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Berry producers in Bulgaria are facing a significant increase in production costs due to a surge in irrigation water prices. Irrigation Systems Ltd has raised the price by 17% to 300%, leading to a substantial rise in costs per acre from 40 to 60 euros last year to 350 to 400 euros this year. This increase is attributed to higher electricity prices for pumps, repair costs, and increased wages. The Bulgarian Ministry of Agriculture is contemplating providing farmers with a subsidy to offset these increased irrigation costs. The proposal is under consideration following a meeting between farmers, the resource supplying organization, and the ministry, where a compromise was reached to explore options to assist farms.

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Producers of raspberries, blackberries and other berry crops in Bulgaria believe that the cost of production will increase, as the cost of water for irrigation has increased. This was reported by Fruit-inform based on materials from the portal bnr.bg. According to Bulgarian media, from March 1, Irrigation Systems Ltd has increased the price of irrigation water by 17% - 300%. The increase is attributed to higher electricity prices for pumps, repair costs and higher wages for the company's staff. For comparison, last year the cost of irrigation water per acre (0.47 ha) ranged from 40 to 60 euros, and now it is from 350 to 400 euros. The Bulgarian Ministry of Agriculture is considering granting farmers a subsidy to compensate for increased irrigation costs. See also: Ukrainian berry farm offers partners to grow strawberries under a guaranteed purchase Previously, farmers had planned a protest, which was ...

Source: Eastfruit