Cyclones

Cyclones and economic growth

﻿In 2006, Cyclone Larry wiped out 90% of Australia's supply of bananas. Not surprisingly p Queensland prices increased by approximately 250% and contributed to a spike in Australia's inflation rate. In February 2011, Cyclone Yasi hit Queensland and it is predicted to have a simialr impact on banana prices.


 * [|Yasi tipped to send banana prices soaring] **
 * [|Banana price liable to go sky high] **