The autumn wheat crop is affected by moderate and severe soil drought in Moldova, Dobrogea, Oltenia and Muntenia, as well as locally in eastern and southern Transylvania, according to an analysis by the National Meteorological Administration (ANM). In contrast, soil moisture reserves are within satisfactory and close to optimal limits in Maramures, Crisana and Banat, most of Transylvania, locally in northern and southern Oltenia, northern, north-western, western, southern and eastern Muntenia and, isolated, in eastern Moldova and Dobrogea. Farmers in Prahova county say that, at this time, the situation of wheat crops is critical due to drought and demand the abolition of the anti-hail system, which they claim does not actually protect against hail and, moreover, would encourage drought.Farmers in Arad are also complaining about the drought exacerbated by unusually high temperatures lately and say that autumn crops such as wheat, barley and oilseed rape have matured prematurely because of the heat, but are underdeveloped due to lack of water in the soil. Similarly, the southern part of Vaslui County is experiencing a severe soil drought, while the northern part is experiencing moderate drought, according to data provided by representatives of the Vaslui County Department of Agriculture (DAJ). Due to the major water deficit in the soil, problems are reported in wheat, rape, barley or barley crops, established last autumn, and some farmers have already turned back the crops due to uneven sprouting.
Ion Iliescu, Romania’s first president after the fall of communism in December 1989 and one of the country’s most influential and controversial political figures, died on Tuesday, August 5, at the age of 95. His death was announced by the government, which expressed condolences to his family and stated that details regarding the state funeral […]
A large medieval cemetery was discovered this week at the Hasdeu High School in Lugoj, western Romania. The complex may have extensions into the surrounding yards and a high historical importance. Although the excavations are only just beginning, with an estimated 10% of the necessary work completed so far, the discoveries have already showed promise. […]
A trilateral working meeting for the creation of a regional cybersecurity alliance between Romania, the Republic of Moldova, and Ukraine took place on July 30 in Chernivtsi, Ukraine. The establishment of such a union would boost Romania's role in region. "The National Cybersecurity Directorate considers that the initiative to establish a cybersecurity coalition between Romania, […]
Two Dacian gold bracelets from the collection of the National History Museum of Romania (MNIR) have been recently 3D scanned as part of a digital preservation project highlighting these exceptional archaeological pieces. The initiative, launched by the museum, aims to showcase the artistry and cultural significance of Dacian goldsmithing. Crafted with remarkable skill, the spiral-shaped […]
Arad, a city in western Romania dubbed the “Little Vienna,” will organize a celebration of its history and culture in the Austrian capital, between August 8 and 20. The Days of Arad Culture begin on August 8 with the photo exhibition "Arad of Yesterday and Today," which will highlight the architectural connection of the city […]
In a report published on Tuesday, August 5, the Group of States against Corruption, or GRECO, said that Romania has fully implemented two of the 26 recommendations made in the 2023 Fifth Round Evaluation Report on preventing corruption and promoting integrity among top executive functions of the central government and law enforcement. Out of the […]
