Turkey is preparing to enter Agricultural Frost by 2026.

The Risk of Agricultural Frost is Increasing in Turkey

Turkey is preparing to face climatic challenges in the early days of 2026. The General Directorate of Meteorology (MGM) has released a map indicating an increased risk of agricultural frost across the country.

The Challenge of the Night: January 1 - January 3

New Year's Eve (December 31) marks the beginning of agricultural frost events in Turkey. However, the real danger will occur on the nights of January 1 to January 2 and January 2 to January 3. During these dates, the effects of agricultural frost will be strongly felt nationwide.

Expectations of Strong Frost

On January 3 and 4, the risk of strong and very strong agricultural frost will be felt even more in Turkey's central and eastern regions. Experts point out that due to the seasonal cycle, the trees are currently in dormancy, but emphasize that this situation poses a risk for winter vegetable and fruit cultivation.

Precautions for City Gardens

Warnings are being made about the need to protect winter vegetables and fruits that are still growing in open fields and gardens. In addition, it is recommended to take precautions against sudden temperature drops in greenhouses where production is carried out under cover. Especially, despite the sugar beet harvest nearing its end, attention should be paid to ensure that the remaining 1-2% of unharvested beets are not damaged.

Experts also state that for the protection of 'subsurface' crops such as radishes and carrots, it is necessary to cover the surface with protective mesh.