Persimmon harvest losses in some areas of Spain exceed 70%

The Spanish Kaki Association has expressed concern about the serious damage caused by the recent natural disaster in the province of Valencia, EastFruit reports. Hurricane-force winds, heavy rains and floods have seriously affected persimmon production and caused significant losses in the agricultural sector. “In addition to the material damage, we deeply regret the loss of life and injuries caused by this phenomenon. We express our sincere support and solidarity to the affected families during this difficult time,” FreshPlaza quotes the association as saying. The effects of the disaster have been dramatic for persimmon cultivation in Valencia, especially in the areas with the highest production. Initial estimates indicate that losses exceeded 70% of the harvest in many areas. Heavy rains, accompanied by wind and hail, caused many fruits to fall and caused significant damage to plantations. The sector has not yet been able to assess 100% of the damage, as many roads are still ...