The storm and heavy rain experienced on July 28 and 29 this year caused damage to 15.8 thousand hectares for farmers, according to information submitted by farmers to the Rural Support Service (RSS).
In total, RSS received 232 storm damage applications. Of the total reported area, 11.2 thousand hectares were insured, while 4.6 thousand hectares were uninsured.
Of the reported areas, 46.7% are winter wheat, 13.6% are winter rapeseed, 11.1% are oats, and 6.6% are spring wheat. The majority of these areas are insured. Additionally, there were registered areas of peas, field beans, rye, barley, potatoes, and other crops that were affected by the storm and heavy rain.
The most damage was reported in the Zemgale region, specifically in Dobele and Jelgava counties.
Information prepared by Rural Support Service and the Ministry of Agriculture
