Agriculture
Suspected “ghost” farm road in Albay under investigation
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. inspected a questionable farm-to-market road (FMR) project in Barangay Lower Binogsacan, raising concerns that the project may not exist at its approved location.
FAO warns global food system at risk from Gulf conflict
The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has issued a stark warning about the escalating conflict in the Persian Gulf, highlighting severe disruptions to global energy, fertilizer, and agrifood systems that could undermine food security worldwide.
DA begins fuel subsidy rollout for farmers; fisherfolk aid continues
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has secured P50 million to start distributing fuel subsidies to farmers affected by rising oil prices.
P1.84B irrigation project in Isabela set for public consultation
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) will hold a public consultation on April 7, 2026, for the proposed Paculago Small Reservoir Irrigation Project in Sta. Maria, Isabela.
FAO chief visits PH, eyes stronger agriculture partnership
The Philippines is seeking closer cooperation with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) following the first official visit of its Director-General, Qu Dongyu, to the Department of Agriculture (DA).
