Floods in Eastern Thailand (Rayong, Chanthaburi) have damaged over 20,000 rai of durian in Rayong alone. Damaged trees may die over several years, and root damage will hit next season's yield. Fewer than half of affected Rayong orchards were in the farmer registry (green book), which officials use to verify aid. Orchard owners should check their registration and update land-use records now, and keep evidence of farming activity. Replanting 4-6 year-old trees is costly, so plan cash flow for lost output.
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