Typhoons ravage farms, but gov’t maintains 70-day rice buffer for 2026
Agricultural losses from Typhoons Uwan and Tino have surged past ₱4.14 billion, with assessments still ongoing, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). Uwan caused the bulk of the damage at ₱3.17 billion, battering over 34,000 farmers and nearly 26,000 hectares of farmland. High-value crops—vegetables, spices, fruits, legumes, root crops, coffee, and cacao—sustained ₱1.52 billion in losses, while rice farms accounted for ₱1.47 billion across multiple regions in Luzon and Eastern Visayas.
PH, South Korea sign deal protecting Filipino seasonal farm workers
The Philippines and South Korea have signed a new agreement to strengthen protections and opportunities for Filipino seasonal farm workers.
PH remains key global source of skilled seafarers
ATPI, a global marine travel and logistics company, said the Philippines continues to be one of its most important crew source markets, citing the country’s large pool of highly skilled, English-proficient seafarers.
Boracay Hotels plug into cheaper, steadier power with first-of-its-kind energy pact
EvoEnergi, the retail electricity supplier behind the initiative, said the new collective—dubbed EVO Boracay—brings together Discovery World Boracay, Hue Hotels and Resorts, The Lind Boracay, and Ferra Premier with Ferra Hotel & Garden Suites. Together, they represent a combined peak demand of roughly 1,360 kW.
Globe, Nokia launch ultra-fast 5G mmWave technology
Globe Telecom has partnered with Nokia to launch commercial 5G millimeter-wave (mmWave) technology in the Philippines, delivering fiber-like internet speeds without the need for physical cables.
