Tag: Philippine Coconut Authority
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Surge in Copra Prices Boosts Eastern Visayas Coconut Farmers’ Income
The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) has reported a significant increase in copra prices, which is set to enhance the earnings of approximately 400,000 families in Eastern Visayas. Copra, derived from the dried kernel of coconuts, is a key ingredient for extracting high-quality oil. As of January 30, 2025, the price of copra at the farm…
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PCA Surveys 1,800 Central Visayas Coconut Farmers for New Medical Initiative
In Cebu City, the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) has embarked on a significant initiative by surveying approximately 1,800 coconut farmers in Central Visayas to lay the groundwork for an upcoming medical program. Ma. Isabel Mamanao, the project development officer for PCA-Central Visayas, highlighted that the survey targeted farmers in the geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas…
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Philippine Coconut Authority Plans to Boost Coconut Production with PHP1.5 Billion Fertilization Initiative
The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) is set to enhance the coconut industry with a PHP1.5 billion investment aimed at fertilizing 55,000 coconut palms in 2025. This initiative, announced by PCA Administrator Dr. Dexter Buted at the second Salt Congress in Lingayen, Pangasinan, focuses on increasing coconut yields and improving farmer incomes. The Coconut Fertilization Project…
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