Agriculture
US, PH rice groups sign MOU to reopen trade line, secure steady supply
Representatives from the USA Rice Federation and the Philippine Rice Industry Stakeholders Movement, or PRISM, have signed a memorandum of understanding in Manila to reopen and expand American rice trade to the Philippines, reviving a long-standing commercial partnership that officials say will strengthen food security and open new market opportunities for both nations. The agreement was concluded Wednesday alongside the International World Rice Conference, with details released publicly Thursday.
DA in talks with DALI Grocery to open bigger, direct markets for Filipino farmers
The Department of Agriculture is exploring a partnership with DALI Everyday Grocery that would give local farmers steady, expanding direct sales channels and boost contract farming opportunities for cooperatives and producer groups.
Rice imports set to exceed 5 million MT, surpassing 2024 record
The Department of Agriculture confirmed that rice imports are on track to surpass 5 million metric tons this year, a figure that would exceed the previous all-time high of 4.81 million MT recorded in 2024.
Meralco, BTCI launch talent farm program to train next-generation energy workforce
The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has joined forces with Banahaw Technological College Inc. (BTCI) through a newly signed agreement designed to prepare students for real-world careers in the energy sector through a specialized talent farm program.
P9-B FMR deal sealed: 605 roads to link Luzon farms to markets
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have signed a memorandum of agreement to build 605 farm-to-market roads across Luzon, worth P9.06 billion in total.
