El Niño has resulted in continuous drought in many areas.

The El Niño conditions that have existed since last year continue to have an influence. causing Thailand to have little rain Meteorological Department It is stated that since January 2024, the amount of rain has been lower than normal. As a result, drought has occurred in many areas. Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives Asking farmers not to plant second-season rice in the area that has already been harvested, water will be sent to the irrigation system. At the same time, rush to make royal rain to alleviate the suffering of farmers.

Source: Thai News Agency