Tag: Department of Agriculture
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DA Enhances Agricultural Business Initiatives for Misamis Oriental Farmers
In Cagayan de Oro City, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has rolled out its Special Area for Agricultural Development (SAAD) Program, benefiting over 125 farmers in Misamis Oriental. Mark Anthony Lagamon, who oversees operations, planning, and evaluation for SAAD in the region, highlighted that the program encompasses projects in vegetable, egg, livestock, and corn production.…
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Philippine Agriculture Department to Introduce Affordable, Nutritious Rice Varieties in 2025
The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines is gearing up to launch two new types of rice, ‘Sulit’ and ‘Nutri’, in 2025, aiming to provide Filipinos with more affordable and healthier options. These varieties will be available at Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) stores, making them accessible to a broader audience. ‘Sulit’ rice, made from…
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Agricultural Impact of Mt. Kanlaon’s Eruption Exceeds P1 Million
The eruption of Mt. Kanlaon has inflicted over PHP1 million in damage to the agricultural sector, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). The DA reported on Tuesday that the total damage reached PHP1.39 million, impacting 40 farmers primarily in rice cultivation. Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa highlighted that the majority of the losses were…
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Agriculture Secretary Sets High Bar for Two Top Officials
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has set a six-month deadline for two senior officials within the Department of Agriculture (DA) to enhance their performance. During a recent media dinner, Tiu Laurel expressed his high expectations and dissatisfaction with the current output of these officials, though he did not reveal their identities or specific roles.…
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Agricultural Losses from Mt. Kanlaon Eruption Exceed P1 Million, Affecting 40 Farmers
The eruption of Mt. Kanlaon has inflicted over PHP1 million in damage to the agricultural sector, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). The DA reported on Tuesday that the total damage stands at PHP1.39 million, impacting 40 farmers primarily in rice cultivation. DA Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa highlighted that the majority of the…
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Agricultural Losses from Mt. Kanlaon Eruption Exceed P1 Million, Impacting 40 Farmers
The eruption of Mt. Kanlaon has inflicted over PHP1 million in damage to the agricultural sector, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). The initial assessment, announced on Tuesday, pegged the total damage at PHP1.39 million, primarily affecting 40 farmers in the region. A significant portion of the losses, as reported by DA Assistant Secretary…
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Philippines to Import Record 4.7 Million Metric Tons of Rice Amid Natural Disasters
The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Tuesday that the Philippines might import up to 4.7 million metric tons of rice by year’s end, a record high driven by the impact of natural disasters on domestic rice production. As of December 12, actual rice imports have already reached 4.48 million metric tons, according to the…
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Albay Representative Urges Stronger Action Against Rice Price Manipulation
In a recent statement, Albay Representative Joey Salteca, co-chair of the House Murang Pagkain Supercommittee, called on the Department of Agriculture (DA) to take robust measures against rice price manipulation. He emphasized the urgency of using existing legal frameworks to combat market abuses that are driving up rice prices, affecting Filipino families. Salceda criticized the…
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Philippine Agriculture Department to Launch Affordable ‘Sulit’ and ‘Nutri’ Rice Varieties
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines is set to introduce two new rice varieties, ‘sulit rice’ and ‘nutri rice’, as a special New Year’s gift to the public. These varieties will be available at reduced prices, with ‘sulit rice’ priced at PHP36 per kilogram and ‘nutri rice’ at PHP38 per kilogram.…
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