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Agri damage from Taal eruption soars to P3-B
The Department of Agriculture reported that the total damage to agriculture due to the Taal Volcano eruption has reached an estimated PHP3.06 billion, affecting 15,790 hectares and 1,923 animals in Batangas, Laguna, and Cavite.
The fisheries sector is the hardest hit, with estimated losses of PHP1.6 billion due to fish kills.
Other severely damaged crops include coffee, cacao, pineapples, vegetables, rice, and coconuts.
The DA has distributed PHP21.7 million in agri-fishery and livelihood assistance to local government units in the affected areas.
The Agricultural Credit Policy Council (ACPC) has PHP30 million ready for zero-interest loans for farmers and fisherfolk in Batangas.
The Bureau of Animal Industry has delivered animal feeds, drugs, and medicines for rescued livestock.
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