The Provincial Agriculture Office of Surigao del Norte reports a successful 2024 rice production season. Farmers across the province achieved an average yield of 4.2 metric tons per hectare during the dry season, surpassing the national average.
Key highlights include the adoption of high-yielding varieties such as NSIC Rc 222 and NSIC Rc 433, along with improved irrigation infrastructure in Surigao City, Mainit, and Dapa municipalities.
Farmers are encouraged to register their farms in the RFAS system to access financial planning tools and connect with local agricultural buyers.