The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to roll out a P3 billion project to build up to 99 cold storage facilities, aimed at extending the shelf life of fruits, vegetables, and high-value crops.
Regional experts have called for ASEAN governments to establish supportive policy frameworks to accelerate the adoption of digital technologies—such as Internet of Things (IoT), drones, and e-commerce platforms—to modernize agriculture across the region.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. raised concerns over suspected agricultural smuggling and steep retail prices during his visit to the Pasay City private market on Friday.
In a significant move for rice consumers, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. announced on Friday that the Department of Agriculture (DA) will gradually lower the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) for imported rice in the coming weeks.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced a new partnership with the major retail chains to distribute affordable rice nationwide, aimed at stabilizing prices and improving access for Filipino households.