Agriculture
NDA sanguine on achieving 2% milk self-sufficiency by 2025
The National Dairy Authority (NDA) has expressed optimism that the Philippines will achieve a 2 percent self-sufficiency in milk production by 2025.
New DA partnership seeks to boost food safety for consumers
The Department of Agriculture's Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI) has entered into partnership with FMC Research Solutions Inc. to launch a pilot test program aimed at bolstering the safety and quality of imported agricultural products.
PH, Norway boost agri ties
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel on Thursday announced meeting Norwegian Ambassador Christian Halaas Lyster and discussions aimed at enhancing agricultural trade and cooperation between the Philippines and Norway.
Gov’t eyeing policy changes to attract mining investors
Government officials on Thursday reassured the mining sector of proposed policy changes aimed at attracting investors while addressing environmental concerns.
NFA secures P9B budget for palay procurement
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. said the National Food Authority has secured the remaining P9 billion budget for palay procurement this year.
