Ministry of Agriculture warns farmers of cold wave

SANAA, Dec. 08 (YPA) – Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation warned farmers, beekeepers and livestock of cold wave that would sweep several Yemen provinces.

The minister called on the farmers to take the necessary precautions to protect agricultural crops and livestock from frost due to the low temperatures.

Deputy the Ministry Mohammed Al-Wasabi explained that the frost wave would cause economic losses in agricultural production, indicating that fruits and vegetables are among the most affected crops.

He urged farmers to take caution to reduce the damage that may be caused by the frost wave, by following sound practices and benefiting from research and guidance recommendations on how to protect plants and reduce the risk of severe frost.

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