A technology developed by a university that monitors crop production data can be utilized in formulating policy recommendations on inflation, the National Economic and Development Authority said. The Project SARAI, or the Smarter Approaches to Reinvigorate Agriculture as an Industry in the...
Ensuring the proper care of coconut seedlings immediately after their purchase from the nursery is of utmost importance for their long-term health and productivity. These young coconut plants are at a critical stage of development, and their early care significantly influences their future growth...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) should strengthen its support for agricultural workers to help ensure food security in the country, Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go said. Go, vice chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, made the statement following the release of a recent Pulse Asia...
The Tacunan dwarf coconut variety is known for its exceptionally thick coconut meat, surpassing that of many other coconut varieties. ( Pantollano Coconut Farm ) Lloyd Pantollano, the owner of Pantollano Coconut Farm, is a certified producer of dwarf coconuts in Davao City. Holding accreditation...
Pacita ‘Chit’ Juan, the founder of the ECHOStore, a social entrepreneur, and an advocate of sustainable farming. (Noel Pabalate) Pacita 'Chit' Juan, the founder of the ECHOStore, is a notable figure in the world of social entrepreneurship and sustainability. Her passionate advocacy revolves...
President Marcos has ordered the Department of Agriculture (DA) to utilize the excess collections of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) to help rice farmers. MB File Photo Marcos directed DA officials to use the excess collection beyond the P10-billion requirement to provide drying,...
The first ever agricultural trade mission from the US has arrived in the country to bring the latest industry innovations and help in promoting food security. Nine American companies and one US state university composed the mission that was deployed by the US to Manila and Davao City from...
President Marcos has tasked the departments of Agriculture and Finance to expedite the release of financial assistance for farmers. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Noel Pabalate) Marcos made the call while he was distributing confiscated smuggled rice in Roxas City, Capiz on...
President Marcos has highlighted the significance of technology and public-private partnership (PPP) in promoting the growth of the country's agriculture sector as he encouraged the public to adopt modern farming practices. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Noel Pabalate) Marcos said this...
Senators on Thursday, October 5 told officials of the Department of Agriculture (DA) to forego the P50-million confidential funds allocated to the agency under their proposed 2024 national budget. Sen. Cynthia Villar, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, and Sen. Raffy Tulfo...
Farmers and rice retailers may soon breathe a sigh of relief after Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) Director Gerald Glenn Panganiban said on Tuesday, Oct. 3, that there are now “positive indicators” for the possible lifting of the rice price ceiling. Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) Director Gerald...
Although the Department of Agriculture (DA) has recommended the lifting of the rice price cap, it is up to President Marcos to decide on it, an official said on Tuesday, Oct. 3. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (Photo from the Presidential Communications Office) DA-Bureau of Plant Industry Director...
