Ngape, July 28

Farmers in Ngape Township, Magway Region, have cultivated 590 acres of rain-fed peanuts out of the targeted 679 acres for the 2026 rainy season, according to the Township Agriculture Department.

Planting began in June and includes 215 acres of Magway-16, 248 acres of Ton Thani, and 127 acres of Vietnam varieties. The department is assisting farmers in achieving the planting target by promoting high-yielding varieties and providing guidance on proper cultivation, herbicide use, and pest management.

Last year, 325 acres of rain-fed peanuts were cultivated, with an average yield of 70.15 baskets per acre. Expanding peanut cultivation is expected to help increase domestic edible oil production and contribute to price stability.—Ma Yu (Ngape)

Translated by JT