Agriculture
PhilFIDA eyes banana fiber to boost PH textile industry
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) is exploring new ways to get more value from bananas—not just as food, but as a source of fiber for textiles and other products.
DA orders fresh probe into farm subsidy program amid irregularity claims
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has ordered a new and broader investigation into alleged irregularities in the procurement and distribution of subsidized farm inputs and machinery, following complaints from farmers’ groups.
Bataan resident feedback sought in P500-M poultry farm project
Residents of Abucay in Bataan will get a first look at a proposed P500-million poultry farm as the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, through the Environmental Management Bureau, opens a public scoping on February 24, 2026.
DA sets up coffee office to revive struggling sector
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has created a new Coffee Industry Development Office (CIDO) to revive the country’s struggling coffee sector and better manage government support for the crop.
DA reopens door to Czech pork after ASF clearance
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has lifted its temporary ban on pork and swine product imports from the Czech Republic after the European nation resolved its African swine fever (ASF) cases.
