Agricultural damage caused by the continuing unrest of Mayon Volcano in Albay has exceeded P6.6 million, according to the Albay Provincial Agricultural Office.
The most severely affected areas were rice fields and high-value crops in the towns of Camalig, Guinobatan and Daraga.
Based on official data, total damage to rice crops reached about P2.6 million, directly affecting 87 farmers.
More than 24 hectares of farmland in Camalig were reported totally damaged, while partial damage was also recorded in Guinobatan.
Losses to high-value crops were even higher, exceeding P4 million. Daraga recorded the largest amount of damage among the affected areas.
Guinobatan and Camalig also experienced destruction of crops across several hectares of agricultural land.
Authorities said the continuing volcanic activity of Mayon has affected farming communities surrounding the volcano, causing concern among residents who depend on agriculture for their livelihood.
The Provincial Agricultural Office continues to monitor the condition of farms near the volcano to immediately provide assistance and intervention measures to affected farmers.
Local authorities have not yet announced the total number of additional farmers who may still be affected if volcanic unrest continues in the coming days.
Mayon Volcano remains under close observation as government agencies assess the impact of volcanic activity on agriculture and nearby communities in Albay.
Officials said monitoring operations are ongoing to determine the extent of damage and identify the immediate needs of affected farming areas.
The provincial government is expected to coordinate with concerned agencies for possible agricultural assistance and recovery efforts for farmers affected by the volcanic activity.
