Storm/Hurricane Forecasts: How accurate are they and how to use them?

 NOAA's (National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration's) forecasted storm activities for 2024 were spot on https://www.greenhousegrower.com/management/assessing-the-accuracy-of-2024-hurricane-season-predictions/.   The accuracy of these yearly forecasts is improving, which means growers can more reliably choose fabric purchases as a part of annual budgeting.   

Extreme damage to protected agriculture structures after Hurricane Milton in Eustis, FL. | Jon’s Nursery

Turning a prediction into action is possible by having fabric for crop and/ or soil available.  

For further information on these products and how they can help protect crops, visit our resource center.

“ No matter how much technology grows in this field, the weather will always remain a wild card.” While no fabric can completely prevent damage from all storms seen this year, they can provide the needed protection in many situations.