To combat drought and protect the seedlings is a matter of great urgency.

抗旱保苗，迫在眉睫。

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The spending will be directed at improving irrigation to ensure grain security, and to combat drought and floods.

资金将用于提高灌溉效率以保障粮食收成，同时也会用于抗旱抗洪。

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The micronutrient fertilizer have to make up microelement which crops need and enhance the combat drought capability of crops. This is a new fertilizer which has good prospects.

使用结果表明，该微肥具有补充作物所需的微量元素和提高作物抗旱能力的双重功能，是很有发展前途的新型肥料。

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We need seeds and crops that can better withstand drought, combat new pests and weeds, and perhaps adjust to changes in climate and growing seasons.

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