DA turns over P60-M rice processing system to Isabela coop
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has turned over a state-of-the-art Rice Processing System II (RPS II) worth P60.6 million to the Isabela Seed Grower’s Multi-Purpose Cooperative under the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) mechanization program on Thursday, November 6.
PPA waives terminal fee for rescue and relief vehicles after Super Typhoon “Uwan”
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has announced a waiver of roll-on/roll-off terminal fee (RRTF) for all vehicles carrying rescue equipment and essential supplies for the government’s disaster relief and recovery operations following Super Typhoon Uwan.
Puregold profit up as shoppers spend more
Puregold Price Club, Inc. (PGOLD) saw its profit climb in the first nine months of 2025 as Filipinos kept filling their carts despite tighter household budgets. The grocery retail leader booked a 5.6 percent rise in consolidated net income to P7.3 billion from P6.9 billion a year earlier, lifted by strong sales and slightly better margins.
Meralco power rates seen to rise again in November
The electricity bills of Meralco customers are expected to rise again this November due to higher pass-through charges, the company said ahead of its official rate announcement.
DA concludes consultations on proposed RICE Act
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has concluded a nationwide series of multi-sectoral consultations on House Bill No. 1, the proposed Rice Industry and Consumer Empowerment (RICE) Act, and other related measures that seek to amend the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL). The consultations aim to gather broad-based insights and recommendations from rice industry stakeholders to ensure that the final version of the proposal is robust and equitable.
