'No one will go hungry here' ... Cambodian govt assures stable rice exports despite climate, pest challenges

Cambodian Agriculture minister Dith Tina inspects rice stores in Kampong Speu province on August 22. Agriculture ministry. - Phnom Penh Post/ANN

PHNOM PENH (Phnom Penh Post/ANN): Despite tens of thousands of hectares of rice crops being affected by climate change and pest infestations, production and exports in 2024 are not expected to be impacted, according to the Cambodian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

Ministry undersecretary of state Khim Finan acknowledged that this year's crops have faced challenges, including insects, floods, droughts and the improper use of pesticides by farmers. However, he assured that these factors would not impact the country’s rice yields.