Agriculture
TS Ramil threatens 925K hectares of crops
Tropical Storm Ramil is threatening 925,100 hectares of standing crops across six agricultural regions, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said in a bulletin issued on October 17.
Philippine mangos shine at Rome Serbisyo Caravan
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. showcased Philippine mangoes at the “Serbisyo Caravan” held October 12 in Rome, highlighting their growing international appeal and the country’s export ambitions.
DA designates Batanes as organic farming province
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has officially declared Batanes as an “Organic Farming Practitioner Province,” a designation that is expected to enhance local livelihoods and position the province as a leading agro-tourism destination.
NFA pilots 1-ton palay storage pilot
The National Food Authority (NFA) launched a pilot test of a 1-tonner palay bagging system in select warehouses nationwide, aiming to reduce storage costs, improve grain preservation, and increase warehousing capacity by up to 30 percent.
Century Pacific expands coconut venture in Mindanao
Century Pacific Food Inc. (CNPF) is deepening its footprint in the global coconut industry with a USD45 million (P2.6 billion) investment to acquire and upgrade a coconut processing facility in Tupi, South Cotabato, as demand for coconut-based products surges worldwide.
