Agriculture
Philippines eyes rice from Pakistan, India to secure supply
The government is in active discussions with Pakistan and India to secure a combined 2 million metric tons (MT) of rice, addressing future import requirements, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).
DA enhances animal disease control with ASF, AI vaccines and new import markets
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is ramping up efforts to safeguard the Philippines against animal diseases, with significant initiatives scheduled for 2025.
DA plans further price drop for rice, expands subsidized outlets
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is intensifying efforts to reduce rice prices, including adding more subsidized outlets and introducing lower-priced rice varieties, according to...
DA, DTI forge alliance to boost PH agri exports
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) have formalized a collaboration to enhance Philippine agricultural exports and address market barriers.
Japan’s premium strawberries hit Philippine shelves after export ban lifted
In a sweet triumph for both countries, Japan's luscious strawberries are sold again in markets in the Philippines.
