Forest director warns farmers Don't destroy the future of the land

Forest director warns farmers Don't destroy the future of the land

Adana Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry, Atilla Bayazıt, stated that wheat harvesting has begun throughout the city and is continuing in many regions, issuing important warnings to producers against burning stubble.

Bayazıt stated that the practice of burning stubble, sometimes encountered during harvest periods, seriously damages the soil structure. He said that while this method may seem convenient in the short term, it causes significant harm to agricultural production in the long term.

Bayazıt noted that burning stubble leads to the destruction of organic matter that ensures soil fertility, adding, "Beneficial microorganisms living in the soil are harmed, organic matter is lost, and the soil structure is damaged. This negatively affects crop yields in future years."

He also drew attention to environmental risks, emphasizing that stubble fires can get out of control and spread to forested areas, settlements, and power lines, creating dangers that could lead to loss of life and property.

Bayazıt, addressing the producers, stated, "Protecting our soil, increasing its productivity, and leaving healthy agricultural lands for future generations is our shared responsibility. Therefore, we urge our farmers to absolutely refrain from burning stubble."

Bayazıt added that incorporating stubble into the soil and preferring alternative agricultural practices are of great importance for sustainable agriculture.