The state  to compensate 40% of farmers` costs for  installing  anti-hail nets in all communities of Armenia

ArmInfo.The state intends to compensate 40% of farmers' costs for the installation of anti-hail  nets in all communities of Armenia. This was stated by the Minister of Economy of Armenia Gevorg Papoyan. He notedg that the relevant bill had received a positive conclusion at a meeting of the commission and will  likely be approved at the next government meeting.

Papoyan also mentioned that, in line with the Prime Minister's  directives, efforts are being made to enhance the agricultural  insurance system. This will enable insurance companies to   participate more confidently in the program.  Recall that a few days  earlier, the Minister of Economy reported that hail  in early May had  damaged crops in 20 villages of Armenia. The damage to fruit crops is  estimated at 30%, and to vegetables at 50-60%.