Agriculture
₱310.9M Nueva Vizcaya farm road breaks ground
The Department of Agriculture (DA) broke ground Sunday on the P310.9-million Pangawan–Banao farm-to-market road project in Nueva Vizcaya.
El Niño farm damage hits P6.87B; food costs set to rise
The Department of Agriculture (DA) reports initial damage from the ongoing El Niño has reached P6.87 billion, hitting crops and livelihoods across the country and raising concerns over food supply and consumer prices.
NFA boosts rice stocks, advances modernization at 54
The National Food Authority is ramping up rice procurement, distribution, and facility upgrades as it marks 54 years, with Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. affirming the agency’s vital role in steady, affordable rice supply for Filipinos.
₱9.7 billion activated to tackle El Niño threat, high fuel prices
The Department of Agriculture confirmed Thursday it may use P9.7 billion in Special Allotment Release Orders to support farmers and fisherfolk facing rising fuel prices and the expected severe effects of El Niño.
BFAR boosts local salt production as new livelihood in Samar
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is rolling out salt production projects here to turn the area’s rich seawater into extra income for residents.
