Kelantan Farmers Association (Pesak) chairman Zuha Ismail said most of the affected areas had been sown with seeds a few weeks ago, while some were awaiting harvest.

“We delayed the sowing process for the early season because of water supply issues but now, the farmers are facing losses again as floods have inundated almost all of Kelantan,” he said.

Zuha said the farmers have been unable to plant padi for three consecutive seasons, incurring losses amounting to thousands of ringgit.

He identified Pasir Mas, Pasir Puteh and Tumpat as the areas worst hit by the floods.

He said the farmers had invested substantial capital to cultivate padi for the third time after disruptions over the past two seasons caused by drought and water supply issues.

“This year’s floods have dashed their hopes again, especially as they were relying on the harvest to cover expenses for Ramadan, Hari Raya, and preparations for the new school term,” he said.

“We hope the government can provide them some assistance.”