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More than 1,700 salvadoran families have benefited from the delivery of high-quality agricultural inputs and certified corn seed, as part of actions aimed at strengthening production during the current planting season and reducing risks associated with weather conditions.
The Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganadería, Oscar Domínguez, reported that these actions are being carried out in coordination with strategic partners such as the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in El Salvador, within the framework of proactive initiatives that seek to prepare producers for possible droughts or dry spells.
According to the official, current weather conditions have favored the start of the agricultural cycle, as many producers have adequate moisture in their fields. This will allow corn planting to begin in different areas of the country in the coming days, especially starting this weekend.
Technical support has also been key in this process. Authorities have recommended that farmers follow official guidelines to ensure optimal crop development. For corn, the harvest is estimated to take approximately 80 days, while beans will gradually progress toward maturity.
The use of certified seeds and proper planning of the agricultural calendar improve productivity and reduce vulnerability to adverse weather events. In this regard, the proactive measures promoted by the Ministry of Agriculture, in conjunction with the FAO, aim to mitigate the effects of potential droughts and periods of low rainfall expected during the season.
These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to strengthen food security in the country, support farming families, and guarantee the supply of staple grains, essential to the salvadoran diet.
With the provision of inputs, technical assistance, and climate monitoring, authorities expect the agricultural cycle to progress favorably, contributing to the stability of the sector and the well-being of rural communities.
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