Krabi, Drought affected the GI durian orchard at Ban Talae Hoi, Plai Phraya District, Krabi Province. Many of the produce withered and fell. It is revealed that this year the production has decreased by more than half. Must install a moisture meter. To open the automatic water supply system It increases costs for farmers. .Durian farmers at Ban Tham Bank, Khao Khen Subdistrict, Plai Phraya District, Krabi Province, which is a durian orchard that has been registered as a Geographical Indication, or GI, of Krabi Province. Install a soil moisture measuring device or TENSIOMETER in every garden. To check the humidity of the air during the dry season. After finding that during the dry season this year Newly attached durian fruits dry up and fall off in large numbers. As a result, this year the durian production decreased by more than half. The cause was lower than the humidity level, so a TENSIOMETER had to be installed to measure the humidity. If lower than the threshold The durian watering system will be turne d on automatically. Mr. Suriya Jinphon, a durian farmer, revealed that this year's dry season is hot, with temperatures higher than in previous years. causing natural water sources to dry up The quantity of groundwater wells continues to decrease. This causes a lack of water to water the durian trees that are blooming and bearing fruit. Withered flowers A lot of fruit falls off. As a result, this year it is expected that the production of Ban Talay Hoi durian will decrease. From the original total of more than 1,300 tons, only about 500-700 tons remain. Therefore, the problem must be solved by installing a TENSIOMETER. To check the humidity which increases production costs But if you let it go, it will fall all over the garden. At least you might get some of your capital back. For Monthong and Chanee durians, Ban Talay Hoi has been registered as a Geographical Indication, or GI, of Krabi Province. last year Due to the conditions in Plai Phraya Subdistrict and Khao Khen Subdistrict, Plai Phraya District are fertile areas. There is good weather and water sources. Contains important macronutrients and do not use chemicals in cultivation As a result, the produce is of good quality and has distinctive characteristics different from durian grown in other areas. The flesh is firm, sweet, smooth, and crisp, similar to durian mixed with cream or fresh milk. The texture is dry. It is popular with both domestic and foreign consumers. But this year the production is less due to being affected by the drought. Source: Thai News Agency