Cambodia Urges Water Conservation and Shift to Low-Water Crops Amid Drought Fears
The Director General of the Agricultural and Rural Development Bank (ARDB) has urged Cambodian farmers to conserve water and select low-water consumption crops in preparation for a severe drought expected in early 2027 due to a "Super El Niño" phenomenon. Meteorological authorities also forecast reduced rainfall, emphasizing the need to preserve water resources.
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