In Plovdiv, a meeting was held between agricultural officials and farmers to discuss the impact of drought and water pricing. Rice growers, who pay 2.8 cents per cubic meter for irrigation water, raised concerns about the significant price disparity for other users, which is 16.8 cents, and the potential financial strain when state aid for irrigation ceases. The directors in attendance pledged to address these issues and consider reducing water costs for those using water-saving technologies. There is plans for additional water supply from energy dams to ensure water availability, and a timeline for the restoration of pump stations at the Pyaschnik dam.