MANILA, Nov. 24 -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Monday reported that agricultural losses from Super Typhoon Uwan (international name Fung-wong) have climbed to PHP4.19 billion, as the agency continues to roll out interventions to assist affected farmers and fishers.

In Bulletin No. 7, the DA-Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Operations Center said it has been working with local government units (LGUs) to accelerate recovery efforts.

"The DA, through its regional field offices, is continuously working with concerned LGUs and other DRRM-related offices to address the impact of Uwan and utilize available resources for assistance to affected farmers and fisherfolk," the agency said.

A price freeze remains in effect in ...