Agriculture
New fish farming technology launched in Western Visayas
The Department of Agriculture and National Fisheries Research and Development Institute are bringing snubnose pompano farming to Western Visayas, offering fish farmers a profitable new option.
DA, NCIP team up in agri projects benefiting indigenous peoples
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the National Commission on Indigenous People (NCIP) have signed a partnership agreement to jointly deliver agricultural support and empower Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs).
DA ships nearly 1 MT fresh durian and mangosteen to Canada
The Philippines has sent nearly one metric ton of fresh durian and mangosteen to Canada, opening a promising new market for the country’s tropical fruits, the Department of Agriculture (DA) confirmed Wednesday.
JTI expands Philippine manufacturing with $33M Batangas investment
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has invested more than USD33 million in a new processing plant at its Batangas factory, expanding its Philippine manufacturing capabilities and deepening the country’s role in the company’s global supply chain.
DA taps millet as feed alternative as boost to carabao, dairy sector
The Department of Agriculture is advancing millet as a corn alternative for animal feed — drawing lessons from India — to stabilize supplies, cut production costs, and boost domestic carabao and dairy output.
