Wildlife attacks cause over ₹1.35 crore in crop damage in Kozhikode

Crop damage caused by wildlife in Kozhikode reached ₹1,35,29,000 between January and August 14, affecting more than 72.42 hectares.

Banana accounted for a major share of the losses, alongside rubber, coconut, arecanut, and nutmeg damaged by animals including wild boars and porcupines.

The Agriculture Department convened a State-level conclave at Thiruvambady on September 29 to discuss protective measures against wildlife attacks.