Biliran’s rice-based food industry faces aging workforce crisis
A recent study by the Department of Agriculture - Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) and Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) highlights a critical challenge facing Biliran’s rice-based food production (RBFP) industry. Despite generating over P100 million annually, the sector is at risk as most traditional delicacies are produced by aging processors, with few young people taking their place.
Araneta City powers up with renewable power pact
Araneta City Inc. (ACI) has taken another major step in its sustainability push by becoming one of the first mixed-use developments in the Philippines to adopt retail power aggregation and directly connect to renewable hydroelectric energy. The move covers key properties such as Ali Mall, New Frontier Theater, and the Manhattan Gardens residential complex, in partnership with First Gen Corporation.
Murata expands Batangas operations
Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Endo Kazuya visited the First Philippine Industrial Park (FPIP) in Batangas on October 22, 2025, where he attended the inauguration of Murata Manufacturing’s new production building.
Raslag seeks to raise P1.2B via preferred share offering
Renewable energy firm Raslag Corp. is set to raise up to P1.2 billion through the sale of preferred shares via a private placement, as it accelerates the development of its solar energy portfolio.
Orchestra of the Filipino Youth honored at first Filipino Music Awards
Ang Misyon, Inc. (AMI), through its flagship program, the Orchestra of the Filipino Youth (OFY), was recognized as Music Foundation of the Year at the inaugural Filipino Music Awards (FMA) 2025, held on October 21 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
