NIA adjusts irrigation plans as El Niño threatens Bicol farms

Inquirer.net - Oct 9, 2026

LEGAZPI CITY — The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) in Bicol is adjusting planting schedules and irrigation strategies to help farmers cope with potential water shortages as El Niño threatens agricultural production. NIA Bicol Regional Manager Guadencio John De Vera said the agency is monitoring river conditions, particularly water discharge, to guide farmers on when to

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