"Volume of production loss is at 8,475 metric tons. The affected commodities include rice, corn, high-value crops, and livestock in Cordillera Autonomous Region, Central Luzon, CALABARZON, and Bicol Region. The increase in values is attributed to the additional reports from the Bicol Region," according to a bulletin released by the DA Friday.
The Kalasag (Kalamidad at Sakuna Labanan sa Sariling Galing ang Kaligtasan) award is given to individuals, non-government organizations, private sector, and government organizations in recognition of their initiative in helping the Philippines uplift its disaster management standard.
