Dexter Barro II

Taiwan’s crop diversification seen aligned with DA’s vow to boost farmers’ income

The Department of Agriculture’s (DA) commitment to helping farmers diversify crops in a bid to increase their income closely mirrors Taiwan’s agricultural approach, according to Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel.

Over 6,000 Filipino MSMEs benefit from free digital training

The Go Digital ASEAN initiative, which aims to expand digital participation among underserved communities in the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), has provided free digital training to over 6,300 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Philippines.

DA to launch Kadiwa program in housing projects

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is teaming up with the National Housing Authority (NHA) to bring the Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) program to housing projects, ensuring greater access to affordable goods.

Private sector calls for dedicated right-of-way office to address infra delays

The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) is recommending the establishment of a right-of-way (ROW) office under the Office of the President to streamline the land acquisition process—a major cause of delay for the government’s big-ticket infrastructure projects.

DOTr chief wants NLEX to waive toll fees amid Marilao bridge repair traffic

Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered NLEX Corp., operator of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), to waive toll fees for motorists traversing Balintawak to Marilao while repairs on the damaged interchange bridge are underway.