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Berbice Farmers Battle Dry Season | Guyana News
Farmers in Berbice are battling a severe drought that’s draining groundwater and forcing them to pump water and install sprinklers just to survive. Cracked earth and wilting crops signal a crisis as rainfall fails to arrive. Compounding the problem, saltwater intrusion is contaminating irrigation sources, making water unusable and causing blossoms to drop prematurely. Rising input costs and fuel expenses add pressure, turning dry spells into financial burdens. To adapt, farmers are investing in irrigation systems and following Ministry of Agriculture advice: conserve water, build storage, and…
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