Agriculture
DA: revamps on government’s digital lending system for farmers, fisherfolk ongoing
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said the government is revamping how farm loans are delivered by rolling out a digital lending system aimed at getting financing into the hands of farmers, fisherfolk, and small rural enterprises faster.
NEA extends P237 million worth of loans to ECs for Jan-Feb 2026
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) said it already extended P237 million worth of loans to five electric cooperatives (ECs) as of February this year to finance electrification projects.
Suspected “ghost” farm road in Albay under investigation
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. inspected a questionable farm-to-market road (FMR) project in Barangay Lower Binogsacan, raising concerns that the project may not exist at its approved location.
FAO warns global food system at risk from Gulf conflict
The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has issued a stark warning about the escalating conflict in the Persian Gulf, highlighting severe disruptions to global energy, fertilizer, and agrifood systems that could undermine food security worldwide.
DA begins fuel subsidy rollout for farmers; fisherfolk aid continues
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has secured P50 million to start distributing fuel subsidies to farmers affected by rising oil prices.
