Irrawaddy Division Lead Story News
Forces of nature and farmers’ woes
Heavy non- seasonal showers, in the lower delta region of Irrawaddy, has destroyed paddy fields and left farmers pondering the fate of their livelihoods.
Tagged: Myanmar Farmers Association
Farmers Association to buy rainy season paddy
Nearly 16 million acres of rice fields are due to be harvested next month, a seasonal task that marks the end of the rainy season. However, with a glut or excess in the market, farmers worry that prices will drop.
