noun
cold-weather damage; frost damage
Refers to damage to crops, infrastructure, or other things caused by cold temperatures or frost. Often used in agricultural or meteorological contexts.
今年の寒害で野菜の値段が上がった。
Vegetable prices rose due to cold-weather damage this year.
農家は寒害に備えてビニールハウスを強化した。
Farmers reinforced their greenhouses in preparation for frost damage.