Argentina Flood Risk Covers 5.5 Million Hectares of Farmland
A government tool maps 5.5 million hectares as potentially floodable in Argentina's farming belt. Wheat planting is nearly done, but the risk remains. The post Argentina Flood Risk Covers 5.5 Million Hectares of Farmland appeared first on The Rio Times .
Argentina faces a significant flood risk covering 5.5 million hectares of farmland, according to a government geospatial monitoring tool. This area is not currently underwater, but it is considered potentially floodable. The risk spans seven provinces, which form the core of Argentina’s farming belt. Wheat planting is nearly complete, with 99.6% of the projected 6.5 million hectares planted, according to the Buenos Aires grain exchange.
However, delays persist in the southern regions. The maize area for 2026 and 2027 is projected to be 10.4 million hectares, a 7.3% decrease from the previous season. Federal authorities are closely monitoring heavy rain and flood risk across these provinces. Farmers are adjusting their plans due to the added uncertainty. The monitoring tool helps identify vulnerable zones, allowing for early warnings to be issued.
While the land is not flooded yet, the scale of the risk is substantial, comparable to the size of some small countries. Farmers and authorities are keeping a close eye on the situation, as the coming weeks will be crucial for the crops.
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