11.01.2012
Agriculture Minister Valeriu Tabără stated that next year’s production of grain could be affected by the draught. However, Romania has reserves which will cover internal consumption for three years. “It’s hard to estimated losses at grain, since it is able to regenerate, but it’s possible to have many beans which have not germinated yet. If we look at our deposits we can cover our needs for three years, there is no problem”, Tabără says. He stated that the question is if 2012 will be able to ensure the high production registered this year.
The minister also said that rape cultivated this autumn will be lost due to the draught. „We are waiting to have all evaluations and we are carefully following the evolution of cultures. The question is – will there be enough water reserves during November 1st – April 1st? The autumn and spring harvests depend on this reserve”, Tabără says.