# Floods Severely Impact Agriculture Across Sri Lanka, Threatening Food Security

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/floods-severely-impact-agriculture-across-sri-lanka-threatening-food-security/
- Published: 2025-12-20T18:39:26+05:30
- Author: Weather LK

New data released by Sri Lanka’s **Department of Agriculture**, compiled with technical
support from the **Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)**,
reveals the extensive impact of recent floods on agricultural lands across the country.

According to the latest assessment, large areas of **paddy fields, vegetable farms,
and other field crops** have been affected by flooding, with **severe damage concentrated
in several key agricultural districts**. Satellite-based flood mapping highlights
the scale of inundation, particularly in regions critical to national food production.

The widespread damage poses a serious threat to **farmer livelihoods, crop yields,
and household food security**, with **smallholder farmers** among the most vulnerable.
Many farming communities face losses at crucial stages of cultivation, raising concerns
over reduced harvests and income disruptions.

FAO is working closely with **national authorities and development partners** to
assess crop damage, identify priority needs, and support **early recovery and rehabilitation
efforts**. These initiatives aim to restore agricultural production, protect livelihoods,
and strengthen resilience against future climate-related shocks.

The assessment is based on data provided by the **Department of Agriculture as of
17 December 2025**, with flood extents derived from **satellite observations**, 
ensuring timely and accurate monitoring of affected areas.

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