Tomato production hit by high temperatures

The high temperatures in southern Italy will affect tomato production.

The organization Confcooperative Foggia estimates that the yield could decrease from 20 to 25% in the area of Foggia (Apulia). High temperatures have affected the healthy growth of tomatoes. At the time of flowering, the ideal temperature is 20 ° C. The temperature of June (25-28 ° C) have affected the development of tomatoes and will reduce production.

If temperatures in the coming days reaches 40 ° C, the consequences will be even more serious in view of a water shortage in the region.
 

source : asca it, ansa it