Agriculture
DA drafts bill seeking regulatory, marketing powers for NFA
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is putting the final touches on a draft bill restoring the critical functions of the National Food Authority (NFA)—a move seen as central to stabilizing rice supply and prices in the country.
DA optimistic of higher agriculture output in 2Q
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. expressed confidence in a better second-quarter performance for agriculture, as improved weather conditions and stronger, more timely interventions ordered by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. are expected to drive a significant rise in rice and corn output.
Four DA officials safely repatriated amid Israel-Iran conflict
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. expressed deep gratitude to the Philippine Embassy in Israel and other government agencies for ensuring the safe return of four Department of Agriculture (DA) officials who were stranded in Israel after renewed tensions with Iran.
DA, PNP strengthen crackdown on onion smuggling
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is ramping up its anti-smuggling campaign—particularly targeting onions—with the support of the Philippine National Police (PNP), following a string of smuggling cases in Cagayan de Oro, Subic, and Manila.
DA completes warehouse upgrades in Cagayan Valley
SANTIAGO CITY — The Department of Agriculture (DA), through its Masagana Agri-Food Infrastructure Modernization (MAFIM) program, has completed the rehabilitation of six out of ten National Food Authority (NFA) warehouses across Region II—a key step in strengthening the country’s grain storage and food security system.
