May 23, 2025

Tag: Palay Production

  • El Niño Triggers 12% Decline in Negros Occidental’s 2024 Rice Output

    In 2024, the agricultural sector of Negros Occidental faced a significant setback as palay production fell by 11.97%, a direct consequence of the El Niño-induced drought. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) released these figures on February 17, 2025, highlighting the impact of the prolonged dry spell on the province’s rice fields. Last year’s total palay…

    Written by

    Janelle Sebastian

  • Antique Aims to Boost Palay Production to Combat High Rice Prices

    In a move to address the soaring prices of rice and ensure food security, Antique’s provincial board member, Rony Molina, expressed optimism about increasing palay production in the region. This statement came after the appointment of Gina Jordan as the new head of the Office of the Provincial Agriculture (OPA) was confirmed during a regular…

    Written by

    Ria Lacson

  • Department of Agriculture Foresees Palay Production Bounce Back in 2025

    In a hopeful outlook for the year, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has expressed confidence in the recovery of local palay production in 2025. This optimism comes after a challenging year marked by the El Niño weather pattern, a series of typhoons, and the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon, which collectively impacted rice production in 2024.…

    Written by

    Christine Macapagal