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    Palay prices soften further in July as global price slips—PSA data

    The farm gate price of palay continued its downward spiral in July, dragged down by weakening global prices of the grain that have spurred a surge in rice imports.

    Palay production costs expose Visayas, country divide

    The cost of producing palay—the unmilled form of rice, the Philippines’ national food staple—exposes deep regional disparities that mirror the effects of geography, infrastructure, and urban sprawl on the country’s agriculture. 

    Palay, corn output to rise in 2Q—PSA 

    The country’s palay and corn production for the second quarter is projected to record double-digit increases, the latest estimates of the Philippine Statistics Authority. As...

    President Marcos eyes tobacco industry model for palay ‘floor price’

    President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said Wednesday that government, through the Department of Agriculture, is looking at imposing a floor price for palay to ensure farmers profitability and sustain their intention to plant and produce more rice.

    Palay prices continued decline in April

    Palay prices declined further in April as the harvest season reached its peak and global rice prices remained lower compared to last year.

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    Customs broker push 60-day limit to ease port strain

    A group of customs brokers has called on the government to address rising congestion at Manila’s main ports, warning that limited space for empty containers is causing truck backlogs and slowing trade.

    NGCP to complete P18.5-B grid projects in 2026

    The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) will complete seven major transmission projects worth at least P18.5 billion in 2026 to strengthen grid reliability and support rising electricity demand.

    Coalition presses Congress to pass anti-dynasty reform

    A coalition of 31 business and civic groups is turning up the heat on Congress, demanding passage of a “genuine” Anti-Political Dynasty Law and warning that watered-down reforms will only cement family monopolies in power.

    Estate Water marks decade with strongest performance yet  

    Estate Water, a unit of Manila Water Philippine Ventures (MWPV), is celebrating its 10th year of operations with record growth and expanded services across the country.

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