Bad weather affects veggie production in Spain

The bad weather in Spain consisting of hail and frost has affected vegetable production. On top of vegetation slowing down due to the wave of cold weather at the end of December, the Almeria area has been affected by heavy rain over the last few days which resulted in blocked roads and there was also damage caused by hailstorms. Sixty or so hectares of greenhouses were destroyed in San Agustín (Ejido). Loss caused by the weather, notably the decrease in temperatures, is remarked in full field productions, notably artichokes (15% in Murcia and 20% loss in the Guadalentin valley) of which some will be destined for processing. There is loss, though at a lesser extent, for salads and broccoli. Supply has clearly slowed down and production calendars are slightly behind.