Agriculture
DA, KAMICO jumpstart project for farm mechanization
The Department of Agriculture and Korea Agricultural Machinery Industry Cooperative (KAMICO) have joined hands to establish an Agri-Machinery Assembly Center in the Philippines, a project meant to increase local food production and create an industry that would export farm equipment.
President Marcos appoints two DA undersecretaries, PCA board member
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the appointment of several officials of the Department of Agriculture, including two undersecretaries and a board member of the Philippine Coconut Industry.
India prices strike record high on doubts over export levy
India's rice export prices surged to a record high this week as traders sought clarity over how the export levy is calculated, while those in Thailand awaited fresh supplies to hit the market.
DA proposes partnership to showcase IRRI technologies in commercial scale
The Department of Agriculture (DA) will expand its strategic partnership with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to showcase the research institute’s technologies and...
DA chief turns over P5M KADIWA center in Limay, launches other projects
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. on Thursday presided over the inauguration of a KADIWA market and trading center in Limay, one of several initiatives in Bataan province the DA is eyeing to contribute to government’s push for food security and higher income for farmers.
