Farmers in Leyte expect greater water supply reliability during dry periods as the newly completed Tugbong solar-powered irrigation system begins supporting local agriculture.
Iloilo City farmers have been advised to consider earlier planting schedules to help protect their agricultural activities against the anticipated El Niño impact.
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.