Agriculture
P3B fuel subsidy targets farmers, fishers, truckers
The government is rolling out P3 billion in fuel subsidies this month for about 300,000 farmers, fisherfolk and agricultural truckers as elevated oil prices and El Niño squeeze production and distribution costs.
DA: 250K MT frozen fish imports with new incentives
The Department of Agriculture has issued supplemental guidelines for importing up to 250,000 metric tons of frozen fish and aquatic products to keep supplies steady during the lean fishing season.
Gov’t bolsters action plan to safeguard sugar sector, protect supply and livelihoods
The government, led by the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA), is stepping up coordinated efforts to tackle challenges facing the sugar industry, from destructive pests to rising costs and market competition. Under the direction of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the agencies are rolling out immediate support and policy reforms to secure production, sustain thousands of jobs, and keep fair prices and steady supplies for Filipino consumers.
Tobacco law sought to close gaps in illicit cigarette enforcement
A proposed tobacco-specific anti-illicit trade law could give Philippine authorities additional tools to pursue smaller shipments and target the machinery, raw materials and distribution networks used in illegal cigarette production, industry representatives said.
Government ramps up super El Niño safeguards
The government is stepping up preparations for the expected impact of Super El Niño, rolling out measures to protect farms, water supplies, power systems and communities from extreme heat and prolonged drought.
