Lack of water in Tajikistan prevented a full harvest of rice

Published Sep 23, 2021

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Tajikistan is facing a water shortage, which has affected the ripening of crops, particularly rice, and has forced farmers to mow unripe rice for hay and feed. The problem is attributed to hot weather and the unfair distribution of water. The region, known for its favorable climate for crop growth, suffers from inefficient use of water resources, as noted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Tajikistan, while having an abundance of water resources compared to many other countries, still struggles with water scarcity due to over-irrigation and the sale of land for construction. The issue of water scarcity is global, with many countries and regions experiencing similar challenges due to increasing population and consumption demands.

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Tajikistan is faced with a water shortage problem. And this happened at a time when it is especially necessary for the ripening of a crop such as rice. In the area of the city of Tursunzade, whole hectares of rice had to be mowed for hay. This year, due to a lack of water, many farmers and tenants have mowed a lot of unripe rice - the ears will go to feed the livestock, and the straw will most likely be burned. The abnormally hot summer, which took a lot of moisture from the plants, played its negative role, of course, this year, KazakhZerno.kz reports. But the climate of Tursunzade district is considered one of the most favorable places for growing crops. In summer, the temperature can reach +38 degrees Celsius during the day and +22 at night. In winter, the temperature is usually up to +10 during the day and -12 at night. Precipitation is usually observed in Tursunzade from October to May and the most abundant is from March to April. Two rivers flow through the region - Karatag ...

Source: Kazakh-zerno