Candon City gives diesel subsidy to rice farmers amid El Niño threat

Inquirer.net - Oct 11, 2026

SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — The city government of Candon in Ilocos Sur has started rolling out an emergency diesel subsidy program for rice farmers to help sustain agricultural operations amid concerns over the possible effects of El Niño. Under the initiative, qualified rice farmers will receive 20 liters of diesel fuel each for October

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