How Has Hurricane Ida Affected Agriculture and Food?

Photo: Downed trees from Hurricane Ida in Louisiana. Photography by Suzanne C. Grim, Shutterstock. Article by Dan Nosowitz. Modern Farmer – September 10, 2021.

Shipping delays, damaged crops and more.

Hurricane Ida, one of the most destructive storms to hit the Gulf and East coast of the United States in recent memory, took its toll on American agriculture, in ways both obvious and subtle. Now, just over a week since the hurricane hit, we’re starting to get a sense of what was disrupted and how much work remains. The USDA is still assessing the damage; it’s a difficult job and it’s going to take a little while. In the meantime, here’s what we know. […]

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