Agriculture
MerryMart partners with DA in providing affordable rice
In a move aimed at easing the economic burden on Filipino families, MerryMart Grocery, a subsidiary of DoubleDragon Corp., has officially joined the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) KADIWA ng Pangulo (KNP) program to offer Filipinos affordable rice options.
FPI warns of beverage, confectionery price hikes due import rules change
The Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) has raised the alarm over a potential rise in the price of confectionery and beverage products, citing new requirements from the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA).
DA chief approves import of 1,520 goats, 4,310 sheep
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has approved the importation of 1,520 breeder goats and 4,310 sheep to restock and upgrade local herds, primarily in Mindanao.
DA plans strategic release of NFA rice stocks
The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday announced a strategic plan to distribute National Food Authority (NFA) rice stocks in response to a potential food security emergency.
Agriculture struggles: Economic decline in Q4 2024 and full year performance
Agricultural production in the Philippines fell by 2.2 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024, marking a reversal from the 0.9 percent increase seen in the same period last year.
