Agriculture
Revised RTL: Christmas gift to boost farmers’ livelihoods
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. said the amended Rice Tariffication Law (RTL), which took effect on 25 December, is a fitting Christmas gift for millions of Filipino farmers and their families who depend on rice production for their livelihood.
NFA ready for rice releases this holiday season
National Food Authority administrator Larry R. Lacson assures the public that the agency is ready to release NFA rice to relief giving institutions in the occurrence of emergencies and calamities even on holidays.
Rice scientists search for low-GI varieties to fight diabetes
As diabetes continues to rise as the fourth leading cause of death in the Philippines, researchers at the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) are exploring ways to make rice safer for people with the medical condition.
RCEF boosts support for farmers with extended funding and programs
Filipino farmers stand to gain significantly from the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF), which has been extended under the amended Agricultural Tariffication Act (RA 12078) until 2031.
Philippines, Pakistan discuss boosting trade in agricultural goods
The Philippines and Pakistan are optimistic on coming to terms by June next year on at least one million metric tons of rice to fill a quarter of Manila’s annual import requirement of the staple.
