Agriculture
Smuggled veggies seized in Navotas positive for pesticides, heavy metals, BPI tests show
The Department of Agriculture has reported that smuggled vegetables seized from a warehouse in Navotas City in mid-August tested positive for pesticide residue, heavy metals, and microbiological contaminants.
Damage from Enteng hits P360.18M
Damage to the agriculture sector resulting from the effects of Tropical Storm Enteng is estimated at P360.18 million, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).
Weather related palay losses thus far lower than historical annual levels
Adverse weather has diminished palay production across the Philippines by an estimated 386,960.34 metric tons (MT) since the start of the year, the Department of Agriculture said on Wednesday.
DA highlights tuna industry impact on economy, food security
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Wednesday underscored the important role played by the tuna industry in generating investments, creating jobs and ensuring the country’s food security at the start of the 24th National Tuna Congress and Trade Exhibit in this southern city hailed as the tuna capital of the Philippines.
Over 2M hectares of farmland feared ruined by TS Enteng
The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Tuesday feared the destruction left by Tropical Storm Enteng on 2.18 million hectares (ha) of standing crops, based on local government unit reports as of 31 August 2024.
