Agriculture
NFA seeks approval to sell rice directly amid Middle East conflict
The National Food Authority (NFA) is asking the government to let it sell rice directly to the public, citing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Zimbabwe delegation visits PH to study tobacco industry
A delegation from the Zimbabwean government visited tobacco farms in the Philippines this month to learn about the country’s tobacco industry and explore possible cooperation.
Pantao Port expansion planned to boost Albay agriculture
Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. announced plans to expand the Port of Pantao into an agricultural logistics hub to help increase incomes of local farmers and fishers.
DA eyes P1B in Investment deals from global agri forum
The Department of Agriculture (DA) expects up to P1 billion in investment deals during the first Philippine edition of the Hand-in-Hand National Investment Forum 2026 next month.
DA considers price cap on imported rice
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is looking at setting a maximum price for imported rice after recent global tensions pushed up shipping and farm costs.
