Coconut agency urges moisture-saving measures as El Niño threatens farms

Inquirer.net - Oct 8, 2026

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) is urging coconut farmers in Oriental Mindoro to adopt moisture-saving practices as prolonged heat and dry conditions associated with El Niño threaten coconut plantations in the province. Jonna Marie Portales, PCA Mindoro provinces division chief, said PCA agriculturists have been conducting information campaigns to help

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