El Niño Damage to Philippine Crops Nears P10 Billion
The Department of Agriculture reports that crop damage from the El Niño phenomenon has reached nearly P10 billion, a 16.6% increase from previous figures. The prolonged drought has impacted rice, corn, vegetables, and livestock across the Philippines.
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