Kanbalu, July 27

Farmers in Kanbalu Township, Sagaing Region, have planted 61,197 acres of rain-fed groundnuts during this year's monsoon growing season, surpassing the target of 51,566 acres by 9,631 acres, according to the Township Agriculture Department.

Groundnuts are cultivated as a standalone crop and in intercropping systems with mung beans, green gram, and pigeon pea. Planting began in mid-July across the township, with winter crops to be grown after the harvest.

To improve productivity, the Agriculture Department is providing farmers with technical assistance, quality seeds, and guidance on the proper use of fertilizers and other agricultural inputs. In addition to groundnuts, sesame and sunflower are also being cultivated in the township.— Aung Win Nyein (Kanbalu)

Translated by JT