ULA provides natural fertilizer to farmers in Kyauktaw Twsp

By Admin 09 Feb 2026

DMG Newsroom

9 February 2026, Kyauktaw

The United League of Arakan (ULA), in partnership with a civil society organization, is providing natural fertilizer to farmers in several villages in Kyauktaw Township, Arakan State, which is under the control of the Arakan Army (AA).

Farmers in Arakan State are facing difficulties purchasing chemical fertilizers as prices have risen to more than K150,000 per bag. In response, the ULA and its partner organization are distributing organic fertilizers produced from natural raw materials.

“Farmers planting during this monsoon season were registered for assistance. Each household receives two bags of natural fertilizer, regardless of the number of acres they own. All registered farmers receive the same amount,” said a female farmer in Kyauktaw Township.

She added that vegetable seeds, including chili, eggplant, pumpkin, cauliflower, radish and long beans, were also distributed to farmers in December.

Farmers engaged in organic farming said fertilizers made from natural materials without chemical additives are beneficial for crops.

Due to ongoing blockades of transportation routes in Arakan State, prices of goods imported from mainland Myanmar, India and Bangladesh have sharply increased. As a result, there has been a noticeable shift toward the use of locally produced organic inputs and fertilizers.

U Tun Phyu, a 56-year-old farmer in Kyauktaw Township, said organizations often provide fertilizer assistance. “Last year, each farming household received K230,000 and paddy seeds once. Some people missed out because they were not on the list, but we are very grateful to the social organizations helping us despite the difficulties,” he said.

Agricultural experts say organic fertilizers improve soil quality, promote crop growth and support sustainable agriculture.

As they are made from biodegradable materials, they reduce environmental impact and offer health benefits for consumers.

Humanitarian needs remain high in Arakan State as fighting continues between the Myanmar military and the Arakan Army. Travel restrictions imposed by the military regime on international NGOs and INGOs have further hindered aid delivery to local residents.