How Bad Was Flooding for South Florida Farmers? Feedback Wanted
June 18, 2024 The Atlantic hurricane season just started … It wasn’t even a named system … But the excessive rainfall event that transpired over parts of South Florida last week was one to remember. Some areas reported more than 20 inches of rainfall in 24 hours! A state of emergency was declared for Broward, Collier, Lee, Miami-Dade, and Sarasota counties. With plenty of ag operations along the path of the record-setting deluge, adverse impacts from flooding are likely. How bad was it for farmers? UF/IFAS ag economists want to know.
The UF/IFAS Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP) is conducting a survey for the excessive rain and flooding associated with 2024 Invest 90L. According to UF/IFAS, the survey is part of on-going UF/IFAS research tracking the effects of severe weather and other hazards on the state’s agricultural industry. Participants are asked to assess their production losses and asset damages due to 2024 Invest 90L. Responses will be used to improve estimations of the state’s collective agricultural losses from such events and inform decision making related to disaster declaration, response, and relief.
In contrast, a large portion of Central Florida, up through the Northeast part of the state, is experiencing drought conditions. It’s likely just a matter of time before the normal rainy season pattern picks up. Forecasters are calling for an extremely active Atlantic hurricane season ahead.
To participate in the survey, ag producers can visit go.ufl.edu/90lagimpacts or can provide feedback to their local UF/IFAS Extension county office by calling or visiting in person.
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