Experts urge farmers to prioritise strategies that limit disease spread, including crop rotation with non-host crops such as soya bean and small grains.
With the new financing, 60 climate-smart villages are set to be established across 30 municipalities, providing demonstration hubs where farmers can access improved seeds.
The national program targets 1 million hectares of irrigated cereals by 2030
The Singapore-based agribusiness said the award affirms its long-term strategy of building integrated value chains that support farmers.
Overall, the announced budget represents a 4% increase compared to the allocation in the 2025 Finance Bill.