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Oriental Mindoro town pleads for fuel aid as drought threatens crops
Bulalacao municipal officials are seeking Department of Agriculture support to help farmers cope with rising fuel costs amid a severe dry spell. The prolonged drought poses risks to agricultural production and the town's freshwater supplies.
LSN Philippines ·
CALAPAN CITY — The municipal government of Bulalacao in Oriental Mindoro is urgently requesting fuel subsidies from the Department of Agriculture to assist local farmers struggling against an extended dry season.
Mayor Lumelito Cabagay disclosed the appeal on social media, noting that the municipal government is coordinating efforts to secure the assistance. The initiative aims to help farmers manage escalating operational costs as the drought intensifies agricultural challenges across the area.
The prolonged dry spell has emerged as a critical concern for the farming community, threatening crop yields and creating water security concerns for the municipality. Officials have flagged the potential impact on food production and livestock operations dependent on adequate water supplies.
The request underscores growing pressure on local governments across the region to secure additional support for agricultural sectors facing climate-related challenges. Bulalacao joins other municipalities grappling with drought conditions that have strained both farm operations and municipal resources this season.