Hurricane preparation is key for sustaining Florida’s farms

Preparing Florida’s 9.7 million acres of farmland for a hurricane is imperative when the state predicts an “above-average” hurricane season. UF/IFAS economist Christa Court, Ph.D., leads a team that helps measure the economic toll of hurricanes on farms, informing decision-making processes related to disaster preparation, mitigation, response and relief.

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Need help preparing for upcoming storms? Visit the UF Worklife website for hurricane information, guidance and resources.