Peach trees in Ontario's Niagara region under threat due to recent historic flooding

The recent unprecedented flooding in Ontario's Niagara region has left peach trees in grave danger, with estimates suggesting that nearly half could be killed. University of Guelph biologist Jay Subramanian explains that stone fruits like peaches, nectarines, and cherries struggle with waterlogged soil. This disaster highlights the vulnerability of local agriculture to climate change-driven extreme weather events, raising concerns about the economic impact on farmers and the broader supply of these fruits.