Gov't Provides P10.96B Aid to El Niño-Hit Farmers, Safeguarding Food Security
The Philippine government has provided P10.96 billion in interventions and assistance to farmers affected by the El Niño phenomenon, aiming to protect food security amidst drought conditions. The aid includes crop insurance, production assistance, and irrigation support. A total of 106 cities and municipalities have declared a state of calamity.
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