The threat of El Niño is prompting Ilocos Norte farmers to strengthen cooperation through a government-supported clustered farming program covering 320 hectares.
Manobo farmers in Bunawan, Agusan del Sur are expected to benefit from additional agricultural resources following the DA-13's turnover of PHP11 million in equipment.
NIA-8 is coordinating with the Department of Agriculture to explore alternative livelihood assistance for farmers affected by insufficient irrigation water.