Farmers report ’catastrophic damage to crops as Storm Marta hits Spain and Portugal
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- Storm Marta caused widespread destruction of citrus, olive, and vegetable crops across Spain and Portugal.
- Agricultural unions have warned of a total loss in several harvest zones due to flooding and hurricane-force winds.
- The disaster is expected to trigger price increases and supply shortages for European produce markets.
- Farmers are calling for immediate government intervention and emergency financial aid to recover from the losses.
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