Agri damage from Crising, monsoon reaches P96.9M

Tropical Storm Crising and the southwest monsoon have caused P96.90 million in agricultural damage so far, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

The weather disturbances affected 6,037 hectares of farmland and resulted in losses of approximately 2,236 metric tons of produce.

Rice sustained the most damage, with losses estimated at 2,178 metric tons valued at P94.16 million, followed by corn and high-value crops.

The agricultural impact also included the death of 72 heads of livestock and poultry, amounting to P320,750.

The DA has distributed P133.09 million in assistance, including seeds, and has activated its Quick Response Fund for rehabilitation.

A Survival and Recovery Loan Program offering up to P25,000 with no interest is available to affected individuals, payable over three years.

The Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation has also begun indemnifying insured farmers.