Hail affects almond, apricot, and peach crops in Murcia, Spain

Published 2024년 5월 3일

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A severe hailstorm in Murcia, Spain, on April 22 has caused significant damage to agricultural lands, impacting 4,450 hectares across the regions of Bullas, Caravaca de la Cruz, Moratalla, Cehegín, Mula River, and Bajo Guadalentín. The majority of the damage was to almond, apricot, and peach trees. Preliminary estimates put the cost of the damage in Bullas and Cehegín at EUR 7.6 million, with around 3,000 hectares affected. The storm occurred at the start of the harvest season, exacerbating the financial strain on the affected farmers. Authorities have emphasized the importance of processing compensation claims from the farmers promptly to lessen the economic impact of the natural disaster.

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Spain 03/05/2024 In Spain in the region of Murcia, the losses caused by the hailstorm of April 22 have been estimated. In total, 4,450 hectares were affected, mainly almond trees (3,510 ha), apricot trees (582 ha) and peach trees (204 ha), according to data from technicians from the Ministry of Water, Agriculture, Livestock and Fishing. The most affected areas include the Northwest region, with areas such as Bullas, Caravaca de la Cruz, Moratalla and Cehegín; the Mula River, which covers Campos del Río, Albudeite, Mula and Pliego; and Bajo Guadalentín, where Aledo, Alhama de Murcia, Librilla and Totana are located. During an inspection of the damaged fields in Bullas, Councilor Sara Rubira said that the losses between Bullas and Cehegín amount to EUR 7.6 million, affecting almost 3,000 hectares. Fortunately, no significant damage to the wood of the trees has been reported. Rubira pointed out that damage to fruit ...

Source: Fructidor