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Heat wave and rainfalls in August did not affect agriculture
Agricultural forecasts
Heat wave and rainfalls in August did not affect agriculture - August 2006
19 September 2006

Summary
On 31 August early estimates pointed to increases in the yield of pears and oranges and falls in apples and almonds. Spring/summer crops revealed, in general, a normal seasonal development, and yield is forecast to improve from the previous year. Wine-grape production is likely to decrease by 3%. Grape harvest will probably produce well matured grapes.
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