Tag: Food Security
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Lacson Proposes Legislation to Make Kadiwa Program Permanent
Senatorial candidate Panfilo Lacson, supported by the administration, is advocating for a new law to permanently establish the Kadiwa ng Pangulo program, a key initiative of the Marcos administration aimed at reducing inflation. Speaking at a press conference in Iloilo City organized by the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas, Lacson explained that the program facilitates…
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Rice for All Program to Expand to Supermarkets by Mid-March, Says DA
The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced that the Rice for All (RFA) program, currently available at Kadiwa ng Pangulo Centers and kiosks, will soon be accessible in more supermarkets across the country. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. shared this update during a market monitoring event at Commonwealth Market in Quezon City on February 12,…
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Philippine Agriculture Secretary Optimistic About Lower Rice Prices Under Marcos Administration
In a recent statement, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. expressed optimism about achieving rice prices in the mid-PHP30s per kilogram during the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. This statement came during a joint market inspection at the Commonwealth Market in Quezon City, where Laurel was joined by Department of Trade and Industry…
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Agriculture Secretary Optimistic About Lower Rice Prices Under Marcos Administration
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. expressed optimism on Wednesday about the possibility of achieving rice prices in the mid-PHP30s per kilogram during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s administration. This statement came during a joint market inspection at the Commonwealth Market in Quezon City, alongside Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina Roque and Quezon…
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Romualdez Supports P35/kg NFA Rice Price, Advocates for Fair Farmer Compensation
Speaker Martin Romualdez has expressed his support for the Department of Agriculture’s decision to set the price of National Food Authority (NFA) rice at PHP35 per kilogram, describing it as a vital move towards achieving food security. Speaking on February 12, 2025, Romualdez emphasized the importance of this price adjustment but also highlighted the necessity…
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Cambodia Pledges Support for Philippine Food Security Efforts
During a significant diplomatic engagement at Malacañan Palace in Manila, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet pledged his country’s support to help the Philippines achieve food security. This commitment was made during a bilateral meeting with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on February 11, 2025. The Cambodian leader specifically mentioned assistance in…
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Philippine Government Slashes Rice Prices at Kadiwa ng Pangulo by Up to P3 per Kilo
In a move to make rice more affordable, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced a significant price reduction for Rice for All (RFA) products at Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) centers and kiosks. Starting February 12, 2025, the price of RFA5 rice will be reduced to PHP43 per kilogram, RFA25 to PHP35 per kilogram, and…
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NFA Rice Stocks Surge by 485% in January, Expected to Rise Further in February
The National Food Authority (NFA) reported a staggering 485.1% increase in its rice inventory for January, reaching 284,810 metric tons compared to just 48,680 metric tons in the same month last year, according to recent data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). NFA Administrator Larry Lacson attributed this significant rise to a new flexible buying…
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Over 50 Local Governments Seek NFA Rice Amid Food Security Crisis
In response to the recent food security emergency declaration for rice, over 50 local government units (LGUs) have expressed interest in purchasing rice stocks from the National Food Authority (NFA), according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). This move comes as part of efforts to stabilize rice supply across the nation. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu…
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