The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has clarified that the additional P12 billion budget allocated by Congress to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is not earmarked for the purpose of Charter Change. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said on Wednesday, Jan. 17, that the allocated...
Gokongwei-led JG Summit, through its renewable energy (RE) subsidiary Merbau Corporation, will be expanding solar investments outside of the conglomerate’s span, so they can similarly help other businesses achieve their decarbonization strategies. The forward business plan is being firmed up...
As Filipinos face rising food prices and reports of crop shortages and smuggling, the Department of Science and Technology-National Research Council of the Philippines (DOST-NRCP) unveiled its efforts to ensure food and nutrition security for every Filipino. Photo from DOST Dr. Leslie Michelle...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has stressed the need for major investments in agriculture infrastructure to enhance rice production, minimize wastage, and ensure the country's food security. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said on Wednesday, Jan. 17, that the country needs to...
With the recent outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) found in parts of the United States, the Department of Agriculture (DA) banned the importation of poultry meat from California and Ohio. In a statement on Wednesday, Jan. 17, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said...
Surigao del Norte 2nd district Rep. Robert Ace Barbers (left), DOF Secretary Ralph Recto (MANILA BULLETIN/ Facebook) Surigao del Norte 2nd district Rep. Robert Ace Barbers said the recent designation of his former House colleague Ralph Recto as Department...
The Department of Finance (DOF) has stressed the importance of determining the most efficient and economically viable approach to carbon taxation before introducing it in the Philippines. Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said on Tuesday, Jan. 16, that it is vital to find the most suitable way to...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) unveiled its three-year plan to improve food production, boost agricultural productivity, lower food costs, and allow investments in farming and fisheries. In a statement on Tuesday, Jan. 16, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said the agency's...
There is a sufficient rice supply in the country based on the inventories made in December and January, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Laurel Jr. said. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. (RTVM Screenshot) Laurel made an assurance that the country's rice stock is "healthy" based on the recent...
The Department of Energy (DOE) has started publishing the national average for unbundled rates of the electricity vehicle charging stations (EVCS) so these can duly guide consumers on their patronage of this emerging transport system in the country. In the segregated EV charging station (EVCS)...
Implement a data-driven information system during every planting season to forestall overproduction of agricultural products, President Marcos told the Department of Agriculture (DA). Marcos made the directive during a sectoral meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 16. The President said farmers...
There is currently no immediate assistance being given to farmers, who have lost considerable income due to the oversupply of produce and vegetable wastage, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Laurel bared. New Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. (Noel Pabalate) When asked about the...
