Farmers Warn of $600M Loss, Calling Weather ‘Worse Than Hurricanes’
Farmers Warn of $600M Loss, Calling Weather ‘Worse Than Hurricanes’
US · Published Oct 28, 2025
Georgia pecan farmers are warning of $600M losses due to severe weather events.
Hurricanes Idalia and Helene have devastated pecan orchards, destroying nearly 400,000 trees.
Farmers face reduced yields, high cleanup costs, and rely on relief funds for survival.
Extreme weather devastates Georgia's pecan industry
Georgia's pecan farmers are facing a severe crisis, with losses estimated at $600 million due to recent extreme weather events. Back-to-back hurricanes, including Idalia and Helene, have devastated pecan orchards, resulting in widespread tree damage and significant crop losses. Farmers report that the impact is even more severe than previous hurricane seasons, leading to dire economic consequences.
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