The Department of Agriculture assured that the recent importation ban of alumahan, galunggong, and tulingan will not affect the local fish supply and the canned fish industry. Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. said that the suspension of imports was timely to the open fishing...
To boost the government’s efforts in food security and better income for farmers, the Department of Agriculture (DA) turned over the enhanced KADIWA fund to create a permanent KADIWA store in Limay, Bataan. In a statement on Thursday, Mar. 7, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr....
ILOILO CITY – The agricultural and fisheries sectors in Iloilo recently received P909.68 million in assistance from the Department of Agriculture (DA). AGRICULTURE Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. (center) distributes aid to a farmer’s group in Iloilo. (DA-6) DA Secretary...
Following a recent report on some neglected solar-powered irrigation systems (SPIS), the Department of Agriculture (DA) has ordered an investigation on why some units were not given to farmers. Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. said on Wednesday, Feb. 7, that a thorough...
To further improve the cooperation on rice exchange, the Department of Agriculture (DA) signed an agreement with Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. The DA said on Wednesday, Jan. 31, that Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel,...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) stated that the enhanced anti-smuggling legislation, along with other measures, would aid in safeguarding the agricultural industry. Last Friday, Jan. 26, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. consulted the vegetable industry stakeholders on how to...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has extended financial support to farmers in the Cordillera to support their income and resources, aiming to enhance vegetable output, encourage crop diversification, and upgrade post-harvest facilities. In a statement, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) reported that the Philippines’ total export earnings from mongoes, avocados, and fresh durian exceeded the P5 billion mark last year. Citing data from the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI), the DA said the country exported 12,548.49 metric tons of mangoes from...
After the successful promotion of the highland vegetables through various market linkage initiatives, the Department of Agriculture (DA) wants a similar program implemented beyond the Cordillera region, and assist farmers by selling other produce. Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel said...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) expects that the Lagonglong Port in Misamis Oriental would bolster trade capacity in Mindanao, enhance logistical capabilities in the region, and pave the way for the creation of new job opportunities. In a statement, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel,...
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...
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...