The Municipal Agriculture Office of Alegria issues this advisory to all rice farmers following reports of increased rice blast and stem borer activity in barangays Budlingin, Ombong, and San Pedro.
Recommended Actions:
- Apply Tricyclazole-based fungicide for rice blast at early heading stage
- Use Chlorpyrifos or Fipronil for stem borer control
- Monitor fields every 3-5 days for signs of infestation
- Synchronize planting with neighbors to break pest cycles
Report severe cases to the Municipal Agriculture Office immediately for field assistance.