Solar Irrigation Empowers Farmers in Santa Ana, Cagayan for Year-Round Rice Planting
In Santa Ana, Cagayan, Philippines, the inauguration of solar-powered irrigation systems offers farmers the potential for year-round rice planting, independent of rainfall. This development is expected to boost harvests and enhance resilience against climate change.
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