Agricultural production in Sagada, Mountain Province has suffered setbacks following the torrential impacts of Tropical Storms Maymay and Luis, worsened by an intensified Southwest Monsoon (Habagat). Official figures released by the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist (OMAG) as of August 20, 2026, reveal that total agricultural damage and losses across the municipality have reached ₱1,313,225.75, directly affecting 114 local farmers and fisherfolk across 19 barangays. The combined weather systems ravaged approximately 5.769 hectares of cultivated land, resulting in a production loss of over 37 metric tons of crops alongside critical damage to farm structures and livestock.

High-value vegetables were damaged the most, accounting for more than half of the overall monetary damage at ₱757,967.00.  The widespread destruction, left 46 local vegetable growers grappling with losses.

The livestock and poultry sector similarly took a heavy blow, recording ₱342,400.00 in losses among 43 raisers.

Traditional staples were not spared, as rice fields and white corn crops sustained a combined damage total exceeding ₱152,000.00, while three local agricultural structures suffered ₱60,000.00 in total physical damage.

Among the affected communities, Barangay Balugan emerged as the hardest hit, reporting ₱428,216.90 in aggregate damages and impacting 37 resident farmers. Significant crop and livestock destruction was also documented in Madongo, Ankileng, Fidelisan, Dagdag, Nacagang, and Tetep-an Sur, pointing to widespread economic disruption across the municipality’s farming households.

The data does not include damages incurred by orange and coffee growers as well as strawberry growers. These crops compose some of the top products of the town and also contribute to its local tourism industry. 

In response to the growing crisis, Municipal Agricultural Officer Escarlet Mayapit said that detailed damage assessments have already been submitted to the Department of Agriculture Regional Office. Mayapit expressed optimism that relief through the Quick Response Fund (QRF) will be dispatched swiftly to support recovery efforts. She highlighted that QRF will provide high-quality seeds and fertilizers, while range chickens are expected to be distributed to help affected livestock farmers rebuild their livelihoods.