Tag: National Food Authority
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Rice Weevil Scandal: Agriculture Secretary Vows Double-Layer Quality Control for RFA Program
In a bold move to restore public trust, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has promised to implement a stringent ‘double-layer’ quality control system for the Rice for All (RFA) program. This announcement comes in the wake of disturbing reports of ‘bukbok’ or rice weevils found in some RFA rice sacks at a Kadiwa ng…
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Agriculture Department Seeks Election Ban Waiver for NFA Rice Distribution
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has formally requested the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to lift the election ban on the distribution of rice from the National Food Authority (NFA) to local government units (LGUs). This request comes as part of a broader initiative to address food security concerns, with the distribution program kicking off on…
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Philippine Agriculture Department Hastens Rice Stock Disposal to Aid Farmers
In a strategic move to alleviate warehouse congestion and support local farmers, the Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines has initiated the rapid disposal of rice stocks held by the National Food Authority (NFA). This action follows a food security emergency declaration and aims to expedite the purchase of palay from local farmers at…
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Alyansa Candidates Advocate for Rice Tariff Law Reassessment
MANILA – The senatorial hopefuls from Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas are calling for a reevaluation of the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL). During a press event in Pasay City, former Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos and ACT-CIS Representative Erwin Tulfo voiced their concerns about the RTL, advocating for the National Food Authority (NFA) to be reinstated…
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NFA to Distribute Two-Month-Old Rice Stocks to Local Governments Starting February 19
The National Food Authority (NFA) has announced plans to begin distributing its two-month-old rice stocks to local government units (LGUs) starting February 19, as part of a food security emergency initiative. NFA Administrator Larry Lacson confirmed via text message that the initial recipients will include the LGUs of San Juan, Valenzuela, Navotas, and Camarines Sur.…
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NFA to Distribute Aging Rice Stocks to Local Governments Starting February 19
MANILA – The National Food Authority (NFA) announced plans to begin distributing its two-month-old rice stocks to various local government units (LGUs) starting Wednesday, as part of a food security emergency initiative. NFA Administrator Larry Lacson confirmed via text message that the initial recipients will include San Juan, Valenzuela, Navotas, and Camarines Sur. The rice,…
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Philippine Government Slashes Rice Prices at Kadiwa Centers 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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Philippine Agriculture Department to Distribute NFA Rice at Reduced Price Amid Food Security Crisis
In response to a declared food security emergency, the Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines has announced plans to distribute rice from the National Food Authority (NFA) at a discounted rate of PHP33 per kilogram. This initiative, aimed at bolstering food security, targets local government units (LGUs), other government agencies, and government-owned corporations. Previously,…
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Philippine Agriculture Department Targets Lower Rice Prices Amid Food Security Emergency
The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines has announced a strategic initiative to lower rice prices back to the levels seen in July 2023, as part of a food security emergency declaration. This move comes in response to a prolonged period of rice inflation that started in July 2023 and continued through November 2024,…
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Philippines to Declare Rice Food Security Emergency on February 4
The Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to declare a food security emergency for rice on February 4, as announced by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. during an interview on January 31, 2025. This declaration will allow the National Food Authority (NFA) to begin distributing its rice reserves to local government units, other…
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