Quezon farmers lament neglect as faithful observe feast of San Isidro

LUCENA CITY, QUEZON, Philippines — Amid the colorful Maytime festivals honoring farmers’ patron saint, San Isidro Labrador, many farmers in Quezon province continue to grapple with persistent hardships and what peasant groups described as government neglect. “Amid the feast of San Isidro Labrador tomorrow, May 15, farmers continue to face challenges due to the slow