Urgently handle pests and diseases of spring rice

The working group inspected the care of newly planted rice in Do Luong district. Photo: Phu Huong

Up to now, Do Luong district has basically completed planting nearly 9,000 hectares of spring rice. Taking advantage of favorable weather, farmers are focusing on taking care of and pruning the planted rice fields.

It is expected that the remaining small spring rice areas of the district will be completed in the next few days, ensuring the correct crop schedule of the province and district.

Do Luong district puts rice transplanters into production, speeding up the crop season. Photo: Phu Huong

According to data from the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, as of February 8, Nghe An has completed nearly 100% of the spring rice crop; other crops are still being planted according to schedule and plan. In general, the crops are growing well.

According to forecasts, the weather during the Lunar New Year will have many unusual developments, with temperatures tending to be 0.5 - 1.0 degrees Celsius warmer than the average, and the temperature range between day and night being high.

After inspecting the field, comrade Hoang Nghia Hieu emphasized: This is a favorable condition for many subjects.pestscausing harm to crops. To ensure production safety, localities and units must arrange leaders and specialized staff to be on duty and resolve issues related to expertise during Tet, ensuring enough water to take care of the rice.

Checking the installation and use of plant protection waste containers. Photo: Phu Huong

At the same time, guide farmers on pruning, fertilizing in a balanced, timely, and technical way so that plants can grow well, increase their resistance to pests and adverse weather conditions.

Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Hoang Nghia Hieu inspected water supply for production at Do Luong bar. Photo: Phu Huong

“In particular, it is necessary to regularly report on the pest situation during Tet, encourage farmers to visit their fields regularly, detect early and handle promptly, avoid the situation where farmers spray pesticides incorrectly so that they can enjoy Tet with peace of mind. Strictly implement the regime of reporting production progress and crop pest situation weekly according to regulations. When a situation arises beyond control, it is necessary to immediately report to the leaders of the District People's Committee and the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development” - the Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee requested.