Inflation jitters weigh on Philippine peso, stocks
The peso and Philippine equities continued to face mounting pressure as investors grappled with persistent inflation concerns, global market volatility, and cautious sentiment over the domestic outlook.
Nueva Ecija pig farm expansion up for public review; project targets 50,000-head capacity
A contact grower piggery farm in Gapan City, Nueva Ecija, will hold a public scoping on June 4, 2026, as part of requirements for its planned expansion, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB).
BFAR steps up help for local salt farmers as imports dominate market
Government fisheries authorities are pushing for more support and safeguards for Filipino salt makers, as most of the salt used in the country comes from abroad.
Filinvest launches P1-B solar plant in Misamis Oriental, a first-of-its-kind project in PH
The Filinvest Group has launched its first large-scale solar power facility — a 20.774-megawatt installation in Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental — with over P1 billion in investment. Developed by subsidiary FDC Green Energy Corp., the ground-mounted plant sits inside the PHIVIDEC Industrial Estate, a key economic zone with ideal terrain and access to power infrastructure.
DA expands P20-per-Kg rice program in Kalinga, rolls out ₱285-M farm support
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has expanded its P20 per kilogram rice program in Kalinga province, while releasing about ₱285 million in additional agricultural aid for local farmers this year. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. led the launch activities in Tabuk City, which included facility inspections, farmer dialogues, and distribution of support covering rice, corn, livestock, high-value crops, and local development projects.
