A recent storm has caused damages to many sectors in Lebanon, but the agricultural sector is significantly hit, with damage to banana groves, citrus and greenhouses along stretches from Qasimiyah coast and as far north as Naqoura in the south.

Hassan Dhena, member of the Southern Farmers Association, said that "the storm, which coincided with a wave of frost, has caused heavy losses of crops in the coast of Tyre and the highlands, where greenhouses and agricultural tunnels growing tomatoes, aubergines and courgettes, as well as banana groves, citrus and other crops were the most affected."

Growers have appealed to the Ministry of Agriculture for relief, "especially in light of the crisis caused by the very high production and exporting costs compared to neighbouring countries."

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