Jamaica: Counting the Cost- Impact of Hurricane Melissa on the Agricultural Sector in Jamaica

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Jamaica: Counting the Cost- Impact of Hurricane Melissa on the Agricultural Sector in Jamaica
Jamaica’s agricultural sector sustained substantial damage due to Hurricane Melissa, which touched down on October 28, 2025. The category five hurricane destroyed most of Jamaica’s agricultural productive areas, resulting in estimated losses and damages of approximately $180 million. As the Government of Jamaica begins its recovery efforts, the immediate and medium-term risks of food shortages remain a serious concern.
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