After strong winds from Typhoon Gener flattened fields in Cagayan and nearby provinces, farmers are racing to harvest their palay or rice crops before they spoil.
Although the storm has passed, the threat of further damage remains as rains from the southwest monsoon could make the crops unharvestable.
In Marcos, Ilocos Norte, harvested palay has been left soaked in sacks due to continuous rain.
Some crops have started turning black, with farmers scrambling to dry them before they spoil completely.
In Caoayan, Ilocos Sur, farmers are drying palay indoors, as outdoor drying remains impossible due to lingering wet conditions.
With no clear end to the rains in sight, farmers are trying to salvage their harvest to prevent further losses.
