Severe weather, including heavy rain and hail, has resulted in significant damage across the agricultural sector in several regions of the country, affecting areas such as the Skopje region and other municipalities. The adverse weather has covered numerous planted areas, leading to reports of substantial damage to various agricultural crops. Farmers have documented losses affecting key seasonal yields, specifically citing damage to vegetables and fruit trees.
In the village of Shishovë, located within the Municipality of Saraj, one farmer shared photographs illustrating a plum field that sustained near-total damage from the hail. Similarly, agricultural producers in Strumica reported that apricots, which were reportedly ready for market, were completely ruined by the hailstones. Furthermore, farmers in the Pelagonia region have indicated considerable damage to their tobacco plantations due to the hail.
These reports highlight the widespread impact of the weather event on local food production and agricultural livelihoods. The extent of the damage underscores the vulnerability of the region’s crops to extreme weather patterns. The cumulative effect of the hail has presented immediate challenges for local farmers managing their yields.
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