The rise in price of water for irrigation will lead to an increase in the cost of berry production in Bulgaria

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. According to Bulgarian media, since 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 - from 350 to 400 euros. The Ministry of Agriculture of the country is considering the possibility of providing subsidies to farmers to compensate for the increased costs of irrigation. Previously, farmers had planned a protest, which was postponed pending a decision by the department. At a meeting between ...