Local experts blame El Niño for the infestation due to unpredictable weather and weakened crops
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Initial data from the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist reported on Friday, June 21, revealed that the infestation has affected 112.54 hectares of sugarcane and corn in Himamaylan City and 65 hectares of cornfields in the towns of Isabela, Moises Padilla, and Binalbagan, affecting more than 280 farmers.were in the vegetative stage, which is the period when crops are actively carrying out photosynthesis and accumulating resources needed for flowering and reproduction.
He added that for less severe infestations, biochemical pesticides that control pests through non-toxic mechanisms are recommended. Gayem said Himamaylan, the worst-hit area based on initial data, is conducting further validation efforts to assess the total damage caused by the armyworm infestation.
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