Heavy rains cause over Rs 20 million loss in paddy production

KATHMANDU: Heavy rainfall between Sept. 24 and 27 has caused significant damage to paddy crops across the country. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Environment, 229.33 hectares of paddy fields were affected, leading to a reduction of approximately 438 metric tons in production.

Dr. Maniratna Aryal, senior agricultural economist and information officer at the ministry, stated that the decline in paddy production has resulted in an economic loss of Rs 20.17 million. Ministry data indicates that paddy crops accounted for 57.17 percent of the total agricultural losses recorded during this period.