Libon, Albay stages Paroy Festival, honors farmers amid dry spell

LIBON, Albay — Colorfully dressed performers took to the streets on Wednesday (July 22) as the municipality staged its annual Paroy Festival to honor the resilience of farmers despite the challenges posed by the prolonged dry spell.

Seven contingents showcased the different stages of rice farming—from land preparation and planting to harvesting—through street dancing and ...