Cambodia Distributes Rice Seeds to Flood-Affected Farmers for Recovery
The Cambodian government has distributed rice seeds to farmers in Banteay Meanchey province, who suffered significant damage from recent floods, as part of recovery efforts. Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Dith Tina, emphasized agriculture's role as the backbone of the national economy and the importance of swift responses to climate change-induced natural disasters.
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