Agriculture
Technology-based farms key to attracting a new generation of farmers—DA chief
Technology is poised to revolutionize Philippine agriculture, paving the way for increased productivity and profitability while attracting a younger generation of Filipinos to till the lands, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. said.
Bulacan CEFA likely completed early next year and three others a year after
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said the Bulacan cold examination facility (CEFA) in development with the private sector is seen operational early next year around February.
Sec. Tiu Laurel crafts smuggler black list some of whom are incorrigible former friends
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. does not take kindly to commodities smugglers and made known his plan to blacklist at least four commodities importers for acts that fall under economic sabotage.
200,000 MT refined sugar imports in September meant to stabilize prices
The Philippines plans the purchase of at least 200,000 metric tons (MT) of refined sugar from overseas suppliers in September as part of the government's price stability program.
DA plans prompt distribution of cash assistance worth P12 billion before Christmas
The Department Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday sought the early distribution of cash assistance to rice farmers worth P12 billion collected under the Rice Competitive Enhancement Fund (RCEF).
