Imported onion ban extended to August
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has extended the ban on onion imports up to August and possibly beyond depending on how events unfold, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said on Monday.
NFA buffer stock exceeds H1 target
The National Food Authority (NFA) continues to procure palay despite the inclement weather, sustaining the favorable prices enjoyed by farmers as it builds up buffer stocks to cover rice requirements in case of emergency.
Apo Cement in supply deal with Sem Calaca
Apo Cement Corp., a unit of Cemex Holdings Philippines Inc., on Monday signed a supply agreement with Sem-Calaca Res Corp. for the power requirement of Its cement plant facilities in Naga, Cebu.
SEC launches sustainable network program
The Securities and Exchange Commission in linking up corporations, government organizations, multilateral and civil society organizations under the Sustainable Enterprise Collaboration Network to further deepen the corporate sector’s participation in sustainability initiatives and accelerate the country’s attainment of the United Nations sustainable development goals (UN SDG).
Makeover underway at EDSA Busway to accommodate seniors, PWDs
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Monday said the EDSA Busway is undergoing a makeover to prioritize both security and accessibility, especially for elderly passengers and persons with disabilities (PWDs).
