Agriculture
Rice stocks higher as harvest nears peak
Rice stocks in the country rose 3.8 percent year-on-year to 2.55 million metric tons as of November 1, driven largely by the National Food Authority’s aggressive inventory buildup, the Philippine Statistics Authority said.
DA chief signals leaner rice imports amid strong harvest
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. signaled a major shift in the country’s rice import strategy on Wednesday, issuing an advisory that points to significantly lower import requirements for the first quarter of 2026.
DA prepares for major hiring as new agri laws take effect
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is preparing to hire thousands of new workers as recently passed and upcoming laws are expected to significantly increase the demand for agriculture and animal science professionals.
DA assures adequate pork supply for Christmas despite Spain import ban
The Department of Agriculture (DA) assured consumers on Wednesday that markets will have enough pork for the Christmas season, even with a temporary ban on pork imports from Spain following an African swine fever (ASF) outbreak.
DAR to cancel ₱1.8B in land debt, distribute aid in Negros Island
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) will cancel nearly ₱1.8 billion in unpaid land amortization and distribute ₱73.6 million in support services across Negros Island on Thursday.
