Agriculture
DA sees path to over 3% farm growth this year
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said it is cautiously optimistic that the farm sector will grow by more than 3 percent in 2026, pointing to improving fundamentals rather than a one-off rebound. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said history shows the target is achievable, with the sector posting above-3 percent growth in eight of the past 20 years, even as risks from weather, pests, and global markets remain.
DA forms group to guide rice imports, steady supply, protect farmers
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has created a technical working group (TWG) to manage rice imports using data, with the goal of keeping prices stable, ensuring enough supply, and protecting local farmers.
Stronger farms, lower costs: DA launches village feed system
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is introducing a village-based feed ecosystem to help farmers increase corn and livestock production, lower feed costs, and strengthen rural incomes through cooperative-led agribusiness.
Meat importers sound alarm on forex losses, port congestion
Meat importers say foreign exchange losses and ongoing port congestion are major challenges this year, prompting calls for government action to prevent supply disruptions and price pressures.
DA looks to replicate banana export gains across more high-value crops
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is stepping up efforts to boost exports of other high-value food crops by replicating the strategies that helped revive the country’s banana industry, which posted strong export growth last year.
