Manila Bulletin
DA sets P1.3-B worth of intervention as Odette’s damage to agri sector rises
Typhoon Odette has caused at least P333.4 million in agricultural losses, an increase of P157 million from previous estimates.
The damage affects 12,750 farmers and fishers across eight regions, impacting 19,640 metric tons and 23,198 hectares of agricultural land.
Affected commodities include rice, corn, high-value crops, and fisheries, with figures still subject to validation.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is preparing P1.35 billion in assistance for affected individuals, including P1 billion in quick response fund and P148 million for rice seeds.
Additional aid is available through the Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation for farmers.
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Typhoon Odette has caused an estimated P3 billion in agricultural damage and losses across multiple regions in the Philippines.
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Typhoon Odette caused an estimated PHP 3.6 billion in damage to the agriculture and fishery sectors across ten regions in the Philippines.
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The Department of Agriculture (DA) is preparing PHP852.47 million in standby funds to aid farmers and fisherfolk impacted by Typhoon Odette.
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The agricultural sector in the Philippines has suffered P3.1 billion in damages and losses due to Typhoon Odette's impact.
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Typhoon Odette has caused an estimated P820 million in damage to rice crops in Western Visayas, affecting 28,777 hectares of farms.
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