Pakistan, Sept. 13 -- Punjab has suffered heavy damage from recent floods, affecting agriculture and the economy. Floodwaters submerged 1.3 million acres of farmland, which equals 4.3% of the total agricultural land. The worst-hit areas are near the Ravi, Chenab, and Sutlej rivers. These floods impacted 28 districts, causing widespread crop losses. The provincial agriculture minister confirmed significant damage to major crops.
Rice fields lost about 9% of their area, while sugarcane lost 7%, and cotton lost 2%. Experts say this damage will reduce overall agricultural output by 15 to 20%. This decline could cut the province's growth rate by half to one percent. Moreover, flood damage threatens food security. As a result, food prices may r...