Agriculture
DA bares drone protocols for safer, smarter rice farming
The Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) is stepping up its efforts to integrate drones into Philippine agriculture, launching a comprehensive set of guidelines to ensure the safe and effective use of drones for farming. As part of the Department of Agriculture's Drones4Rice project, the FPA is developing standards for drone applications in rice farming—covering everything from seed planting to pesticide spraying.
DA lifts ban on poultry imports from Denmark
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has lifted its nearly two-year ban on importing domestic and wild birds, as well as poultry products, from Denmark.
Cheaper rice available beginning Thursday
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. announced on Wednesday that the price of rice under the government’s Rice-for-All program will be reduced to P42 per kilo, down from P43, effective Thursday, 14 November.
Philippines secures grant for animal health and agricultural resilience
The Philippines has been selected as one of 50 countries to receive a Pandemic Fund Grant aimed at strengthening the country's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to future health crises, particularly those affecting animals and humans alike.
Agriculture chief reflects on challenging first year, optimistic about future
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. marked his first year in office with a candid acknowledgment of the hurdles faced by the agriculture sector.
