Hailstorm Devastates Belarusian Strawberry Harvest

Hailstorm Damages Strawberry Crop in Baranovichi Region of Belarus A recent hailstorm has caused significant damage to strawberry crops in the Baranovichi region of Belarus. Local farmer, Березовская клубника (Strawberry Bereza), documented the impact on her farm, showing damaged plants and berries. "The hailstones were so large," she said, "that they completely destroyed many of the plants." The video shows numerous strawberries with bruises and damage, and leaves torn and discolored. This incident highlights the vulnerability of agricultural production to unpredictable weather patterns and the challenges faced by farmers in the region. While the extent of the overall damage is still being assessed, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of climate resilience in agriculture.