Farmers in St Lucy, Barbados, are grappling with severe crop losses following relentless heavy rains and flash floods that inundated farmlands from Sunday night into Monday. The timing of this disaster is particularly devastating, as it occurred just weeks before the crucial Christmas harvest season. Hamilton Corbin, president of the St Lucy Farmers’ Association, reported visiting five farms submerged in water, with crops at high risk of rotting. He emphasized the significant setback for farmers who had been anticipating a prosperous yield during the festive period. Corbin detailed the extent of the damage, noting that crops such as cucumbers, sweet peppers, melons, and onions were either destroyed or severely compromised. Even crops not entirely lost may not survive due to prolonged submersion, which exposes them to harmful fungi and bacteria. Farmers are also deeply concerned about their holiday income, as the loss of crops threatens not only their livelihoods but also the earnings of their employees. Corbin expressed hope for government assistance, describing it as “much-deserved help.” In response, the Ministry of Agriculture reaffirmed its commitment to supporting affected farmers. Acting Chief Agricultural Officer Michael James urged farmers to report their losses promptly to expedite damage assessment and aid distribution. The government aims to act swiftly to mitigate the impact of this agricultural crisis.