The recent storm and flood in Simorgh County resulted in initial damages exceeding one trillion rials to the agricultural sector of this region. The head of the agricultural jihad management in Simorgh announced this news and detailed the impacts of this natural disaster on agricultural products and related infrastructure.
Damage Assessment
According to the announcement by the head of the agricultural jihad management in Simorgh, the severe storm that recently caused an unprecedented flood led to the destruction of farmland, orchards, and also vital agricultural infrastructure. In this incident, strategic products such as wheat, barley, and fruit trees were severely damaged, and in some cases, it resulted in the complete loss of this year's crop.
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Need for Aid and Support
The agricultural jihad management in Simorgh further emphasized that given the extensive dimensions of this damage, there is an urgent need for government assistance and financial support to compensate the farmers' losses. Field surveys indicate that local farmers are under severe financial pressure, and many of them are facing serious challenges in securing their livelihoods.
This storm will not only affect agriculture in Simorgh but will also impact the overall economy of this county. Considering that agriculture is one of the main pillars of the economy in this region, these damages could lead to a decrease in production and an increase in unemployment in the near future.
Necessary Actions for Damage Compensation
The head of the agricultural jihad management in Simorgh, while announcing readiness to cooperate with governmental and non-governmental organizations, called for mobilizing resources and facilities to assist the affected farmers. He also emphasized the need to form a special committee to investigate and accurately assess the damages so that swift actions can be taken to compensate for the losses.
Ultimately, the agricultural situation in Simorgh, as one of the important regions for agricultural production in the country, requires immediate attention and support so that farmers can return to the production cycle and prevent financial damages caused by this natural disaster.
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