Helene cost farmers in Virginia at least $139 million

Virginia Public Radio

Glynn Bise raises cattle in Smyth County. The pasture was flooded when Helene brought heavy rains and high winds to the area on Sept 27-28. (Credit: Roxy Todd)

Early estimates say Helene cost farmers in the Commonwealth more than $139 million.

This number from the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service is a developing tally and will likely increase in the coming days.

Roxy Todd explains why some farmers are worried for the months ahead.