Following consultations with the Department of Agriculture (DA), the Philippine International Trading Corporation (PITC), and other stakeholders, the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) expects the lowering of the price of refined sugar. SRA Administrator Pablo Azcona told reporters on Monday,...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has assured that the government stands ready to asisst pompano farming at every stage, from production to marketing, to guarantee its success. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said the DA will support the Silaguin Bay Fish Farm in increasing local...
Onions (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) A congresswoman from major onion producer Nueva Ecija has described as "very good news" the Department of Agriculture's (DA) recent decision to impose a moratorium on the importation of onions. At the same...
The Department of Agriculture-Cordillera (DA-CAR) has urged collaboration among various sectors to address the recent challenges affecting vegetable growers in the province. During the Highland Vegetables Stakeholders Dialogue, Jennilyn Dawayan, the officer in charge - Regional Executive Director...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) reported that the armyworm infestation has minimally affected the local onion farmers, further justifying the government's decision to temporarily halt onion importation. Data from the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) showed that out of the 10,217 hectares of onion...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) temporarily banned the importation of poultry products from Japan after the outbreak of avian influenza. In a statement on Thursday, Jan. 18, the DA said it issued a memorandum to block Japanese poultry like eggs, day-old chicks, and other products until further...
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...
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...
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...
