Spring Freeze Wipes Out Millions in Crops

Spring in New York turned brutal for farmers—warm April days spurred fruit trees into bloom, then a sudden freeze wiped out two-thirds of apple and peach crops across the Hudson Valley and beyond. One desperate farmer even hired a helicopter to shield his orchard, but it wasn’t enough. The loss could top $30 million, driving up grocery prices and straining food banks. Local officials are pushing for federal disaster status, which could unlock emergency aid—something many farms desperately need to survive. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ba186832f5feb9b3