Chonburi Mango Farmers Devastated by Recurrent Flooding
Over 85% of GI-certified mango farms in Chonburi province, eastern Thailand, have been devastated by recurrent flooding. A 3-meter embankment breached, leading to estimated income losses exceeding 1 million baht for farmers. The widespread damage raises concerns for the regional economy.
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