Commentary: Haze chokes plants too - how air quality can be a food security issue
- Commentary Southeast Asia must address the damage of the haze on agriculture, especially food crops, says Paul Teng of ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute.
- A dog sits in the middle of a haze-shrouded road caused by forest and land fires in Palangkaraya city, Central Kalimantan, on Aug 28, 2026.
- (Photo: AFP/Reina) 17 Oct 2026 05:59AM SINGAPORE: When haze descends on Southeast Asia, attention focuses on respiratory illnesses, school closures, disrupted flights and poor visibility.
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- Commentary Southeast Asia must address the damage of the haze on agriculture, especially food crops, says Paul Teng of ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute.
- A dog sits in the middle of a haze-shrouded road caused by forest and land fires in Palangkaraya city, Central Kalimantan, on Aug 28, 2026.
- (Photo: AFP/Reina) 17 Oct 2026 05:59AM SINGAPORE: When haze descends on Southeast Asia, attention focuses on respiratory illnesses, school closures, disrupted flights and poor visibility.
Sources: CNA