Agriculture

PBBM puts health rumors to rest, announces suspension of excise tax on LPG, kerosene

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet “I challenge anyone who are saying that I am sick that they come and exercise with me.” President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. brushed aside rumors about his health in...

D.A.: Mitigation measures in place amid possible worst-case scenario

By Stephanie Sevillano | Philippine News Agency The Department of Agriculture (D.A.) on Tuesday assured that mitigation measures are in place as the government prepares for the potential effects, including the worst-case...

Distribution of aid to farmers, fishers starts after Holy Week

By Stephanie Sevillano | Philippine News Agency The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Tuesday announced the possible release of the P10 billion Presidential Assistance for Farmers and Fisherfolk (PAFF) to registered farmers...

PBBM leads turnover of SPIPs, CamSur Food Complex to Bicol farmers

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet Reaffirming his commitment to look after the welfare of farmers that bring food to Filipinos’ tables, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the inspection of the Camarines Sur...

PH food supply stable until July despite Mid-East conflict —D.A.

By Stephanie Sevillano | Philippine News Agency The country’s food supply will remain sufficient until July despite uncertainties caused by the conflict in the Middle East, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said...

NIA: More solar pump projects, high dams key to coping with rising oil prices

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet In response to rising oil prices brought about by the ongoing tension in the Middle East, the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) said that it is betting on Solar...

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