The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said Thursday that rice imports are still necessary to ensure the country’s food security.
NEDA Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said in a statement that the landed cost of imported rice (5% broken) in 2024 remained stable at about P39 per kilogram but is still 27% to 29% higher than last year.
“As landed cost includes tariffs and other fees, carefully adjusting tariff rates temporarily, while...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is revamping its image to attract the younger generation to engage in farming, fishing and aquaculture.
“Farming now is not...
CarabaoMango.Au announced Thursday a delay in the shipment of Philippine mangoes supposedly arriving within the week of April 15 to April 21, 2024.
“We understand...
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. expressed confidence local tobacco leaves will meet the required grade needed by cigarette manufacturer Philip Morris International (PMI)...
