Seminar on cherry cultivation held in Komotini
The event, held in the former prefectural building, opened with remarks by Deputy Regional Governor Emanuil Tapacas. He highlighted the region's progress in cherry cultivation and emphasized the challenges posed by climate change, particularly extreme weather events such as hailstorms, droughts, and frost.
Experts shared their insights on various aspects of cherry production:
Prof. Nikos Papadopoulos (University of Thessaly): Discussed pests affecting cherries, such as the cherry fly and Asian fruit fly, and outlined preventive measures.
Konstantinos Kazancis (Agricultural Technology and Organization "Dimitra"): Focused on the impact of climate change on cherry varieties and the importance of pollination compatibility.
Dr. Yannis Ganopulos (Hellenic Agricultural Organization "Dimitra"): Presented on "Greek Cherries and Their Value: Developing Innovative Products with Genetic Diversity," highlighting regional varieties like the Komotini Drakana cherry.
Mihail Mihailidis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki): Explained quality preservation, harvest techniques, and proper post-harvest cooling methods.
The seminar concluded with a Q&A session, providing valuable insights for local cherry producers.
