Agriculture
Metro Pacific leverages technology to grow more veggies with less
Metro Pacific Agro Ventures (MPAV), the agri-food arm of Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), is leading the way in that direction by using technology to revolutionize vegetable farming, distribution, and consumption in the Philippines.
PhilFIDA seeks to arrest abaca production decline
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) has taken steps to reverse the decline in abaca fiber production and reduce imports of the material.
DA tackles challenges to banana exports to Japan
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr., accompanied by a high-level delegation and representatives from the Philippine banana industry, recently met with Japanese importers in Tokyo to address challenges to country’s banana exports in lucrative Japanese market.
DA chief leads visit to Taiwan demo farm
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. recently visited the demonstration farm of the Taiwan Technical Mission (TTM), which serves as a regional hub for agricultural training, research, and extension services.
Surprise inspection at Marulas Market
A surprise inspection at the New Marulas Public Market early Friday by officials from the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Food Terminal Inc. uncovered significant issues over the implementation of the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) program for both imported rice and local pork.
