Festive opening of the apple season in Saxony canceled
The late frosts in spring had already caught flowering fruit trees cold. As a result, the apple harvest in Saxony was catastrophic. The association reacts.
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Frost damage threatens Saxony's cideries
Every year, many Saxons bring apples, quinces and the like from their gardens and orchards to the cideries. But the harvest threatens to be a total failure. The result: rising prices.
Saxon viticulture suffers from crop failures
The vineyards in Saxony's Elbe Valley have green leaves and the vines have sprouted again after the late frost. However, fruit is rare, depending on the location - but there could be top wines.
Saxon cabinet approves aid for frost damage in fruit growing and viticulture
The Saxon cabinet has approved aid for fruit and wine growers affected by frost damage. A total of 22 million euros is available for this and next year.
Strawberry harvest in Saxony significantly lower than last year
Saxony's fruit growers are expecting a significant drop in the strawberry harvest this year, with 1200 tons only half as much as last year.
No financial aid for Saxon fruit and wine growers after frost damage
Saxon fruit and wine growers receive no financial aid from the general budget of the Free State following immense frost damage. Ministry of Finance confirms lack of opportunities.
Saxony's environment minister promises financial aid for fruit and wine growers after frost damage
Saxony's Environment Minister holds out the prospect of aid for affected fruit and wine growers after frost damage caused immense damage.