Hit by calamities in 2020 A “perfect storm” – comprised of a series of typhoons, COVID-19 lockdown restrictions, the persistence of African Swine Fever (ASF), among other unfortunate scenarios – has challenged the agriculture sector in 2020, bringing down the total full-year output at -1.2...
Fostering the tradition of excellence has always a priority of Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC)—from investing in homegrown talents to their readiness to adopt technology trends. "We continuously improve on our ways as we remain determined to be top of mind for our patients," CSMC chief...
Ji Chang-wook’s handwritten message for Filipinos (KCC) Korean actor Ji Chang-wook has sent a message to Filipinos in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) in the Philippines. “Mahal ko kayo, Filipinos!! Love your oppa, Ji Chang-wook. Ingat kayo palagi!! (I...
The agriculture sector is expected to contract by more than 1 percent within the first three months of this year on the weight of the lingering impact of strong typhoons, namely Quinta, Rolly, and Ulysses, said a top official of an international think tank. "For the first quarter of 2021, we are...
After an “unexpectedly challenging year” for the Philippine agriculture sector, the Department of Agriculture (DA) must find a way to execute concrete actions that are “wiser, effective, efficient, and sustainable,” said a top official of an international think tank. “The year 2021 must...
Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PHilMech) is confident that with the government’s mechanization efforts, the production cost of palay will go down by more than 20 percent but by the end of 2024 yet. Photo by Timur Kozmenko on Unsplash Philmech Director for Applied...
Actor, singer, model, content creator, and businessman Richard Yap is now officially a Kapuso! This after Yap signed his management contract with GMA Artist Center (GMAAC) today, December 16. Present during the contract signing were GMA Senior Vice President for Entertainment Group...
Filipinos may now apply for research grants on accelerating transformation through agricultural innovation in Southeast Asia with a focus on food security during the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic and social impacts. The grants of up to US$20,000 will be given under the auspices of a Mentorship...
The use of crop biotechnology has reduced pesticide use associated with environmental impact and is beneficial for agricultural biodiversity, a UK-based agricultural economist and scientists from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) said. During an online technical forum organized by...
Japan has urged the Philippines to implement policies and measures to strengthen its participation in the global value chains (GVCs) and to resist the temptation of quick-fix solutions, otherwise lose its competitiveness, including the country’s top dollar earner IT-business process...
Philippine Airlines (PAL) offers passengers, who need RT-PCR testing for their domestic and international flights, the convenience of its own RT-PCR testing center in Manila, with test results released within 12 to 24 hours. Starting today December 1, PAL ticket holders will be given a P500...
The Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) partnered with outsourced payment collection pioneer, Bayad Center, to enable passengers to pay over 300 types of bills as they travel through the LRT-1 network. The partnership makes bills payment easier and more accessible so LRT-1 commuters can pay their...
