Hurricane Ian Devastates Southwest Florida Agriculture –

Florida Farm Bureau (FFB) notes it’s working with their members to evaluate the harm farmers and ranchers throughout the state suffered from Hurricane Ian so as decide their wants. Many are dealing with widespread destruction of crops, buildings, fencing and different property loss because of substantial wind and water harm.

In the citrus belt, there was vital fruit drop, livestock and dairy farms have been devastated, plenty of honey bee colonies have been submerged in water and are in misery and repairs are wanted to greenhouses, constructions, irrigation programs and different equipment and gear.

FFB notes that many farm households are nonetheless chopping their manner by down bushes and energy traces and battling flooded roads and blown-out culverts to judge the harm.

Florida Farm Bureau encourages its members to reap the benefits of an evaluation survey developed by UF/IFAS researchers to assist acquire details about the losses and damages from Hurricane Ian.

FFB says regardless of the challenges, Florida farmers and ranchers stay unwavering of their dedication to provide the meals and fiber that thousands and thousands of Americans rely on.

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