Farmers in Myanmar's Ayeyarwady Region are grappling with unprecedented challenges as massive flooding sweeps through the delta. Torrential rains have submerged vast expanses of paddy fields, threatening the livelihoods of the local farming community.
\"Due to flooding, over 250 acres out of the 700 acres of paddy fields in our village tract were submerged. I have 20 acres of rice, and half of it is under water,\" shared U Tin Win, a farmer from Ta Laing Kwin Village Tract in Kyangin Township.
The severity of this year's floods surpasses previous years, with excessive water causing more extensive crop losses. \"Although we've experienced floods in previous years, the damage this year is worse due to excessive water, causing more crop losses than before,\" Tin Win added.
The flooding not only impacts food production but also poses long-term challenges for the region's agricultural sustainability. Efforts are being made to support affected farmers and mitigate future flood risks, but the road to recovery remains steep.
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