8 Pointers To Prepare Your Farm Now for a Hurricane

For growers out there who’ve been through a natural disaster, your experience can help others facing the same situation more than you know.

Initial calculations from University of Florida economists estimate ag production losses from Hurricane Milton between $190.4 million and $642.7 million.

American Fruit Grower Senior Editor Tom Skernivitz says post-Helene emotions on the farm range from ‘pretty terrible’ to guilty to optimistic.

The second crop estimate for the 2024-2025 Florida citrus season factors in impacts from major Hurricane Milton. The squeeze on production is intense.

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season wrapped up as one to remember. It was record breaking in ways. See how the numbers shook out.

North Carolina State Extension experts are helping connect apple growers to immediate relief while working to mitigate damage for future harvests.

Programs to help overcome market barriers and expand crop storage for producers following natural disasters, including the recent hurricanes.

Economic impact analysis report says ag production losses in Florida from Hurricane Helene have an estimated value between $40.3 million and $162.2 million.

Sunshine State’s strawberry growers weather major storms with the help of two new varieties that fare well in wet soil.

Numerous fundraising campaigns have been started for growing operations following the storms. Here’s how you can help or maybe get help for yourself.

USDA expedites disaster assistance sign-up through its Environmental Quality Incentive Program. Learn more about EQIP.

Recovery is in full swing for produce growers after major storms. The USDA Forest Service has some short-term recommendations in the meantime.

Wind and flood impacts can bring a handful of ailments to plants when hurricanes pass through. 

Another dose of tropical punch has growers in Florida looking for the reset button — again. Find out what’s being seen after Milton and where to find help.

Recovery efforts are in full swing for growers who were in the path of back-to-back major hurricanes. Luckily, there are numerous ways to get help.

Major Hurricane Helene hit hard, bringing with it destruction that reaches far and wide. Recovery efforts are underway, including for those with farms impacted.

What’s left of Hurricane Debby is dropping record rainfall. Flooded farm fields can wreak havoc. These curated features might help keep you afloat.

Early observations from climatology experts indicate what could be a record-breaking campaign in the tropics. So far, they’re on target.

USDA’s recent expansion of its hurricane crop insurance policy this year has already provided farmers with $85.4 million for post-Idalia issues.