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Agricultural damage in Murcia and Valencia

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Severe storms and extreme weather have caused significant agricultural damage in the Spanish regions of Murcia and Valencia. In Murcia, heavy storms and wind gusts have heavily impacted dryland plantations, particularly almond crops, where more than half of the unharvested crop was reported to have fallen. Other affected products include vineyards, pears, olive trees, and aromatic plants. In the Valencian Community, storms with winds exceeding 140 km/h and hail have heavily impacted the Ribera region, specifically damaging persimmon crops. This has contributed to a projected 34% drop in the Valencian persimmon harvest, marking a decade-low production level of approximately 240,000 tons. Recent assessments following Following a severe hailstorm and thermal burst on August 20 indicate 20, 2026, Agroseguro has estimated that the indemnities for damage to persimmon crops in Valencia will reach 17 million euros. The weather event affected approximately 2,400 hectares, primarily in the Ribera del Júcar region has resulted in estimated losses exceeding 20 million euros, affecting roughly 2,400 hectares. Agroseguro has announced it expects to pay 17 million euros in indemnities to producers, deploying experts region. To expedite claims, about twenty expert adjusters have been deployed to the field to expedite claims. The storm has caused complete assessments within a projected 20% reduction in Valencia’s persimmon production just before the autumn harvest. Beyond fruit loss, the hail caused physical few weeks. In instances where damage is deemed nearly total, the claim process may be finalized after a single inspection to trees, with some wounds reaching accelerate payments. In the wood, potentially requiring treatment Valencian Community, persimmon insurance covers roughly 80% of production, protecting about 12,000 hectares per season with insured capital exceeding 130 million euros. Agroseguro noted that insurance has been vital due to protect future productivity. high loss rates in recent years caused by storms and extreme weather events. Beyond storm damage, the sector faces challenges from heatwaves, sunscald, and pests such as mealybugs and whiteflies. In response to fruit fly threats, the Valencian Ministry of Agriculture has allocated 11 million euros for control measures, including drone-assisted treatments and the release of sterile males.

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  1. 2026-09-07 09:01 UTC Agricultural damage in Murcia and Valencia
  2. 2026-09-05 05:30 UTC Agricultural damage in Murcia and Valencia
  3. 2026-08-29 10:22 UTC Agricultural damage in Murcia and Valencia

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