May 23, 2025

Tag: rice distribution

  • 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…

    Written by

    Alexis Torres

  • 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…

    Written by

    Ramon Diaz

  • 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.…

    Written by

    Dorothy Marasigan

  • 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,…

    Written by

    Reynaldo Sison

  • 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,…

    Written by

    Reynaldo Sison

  • NFA Eastern Visayas to Distribute 71,000 Bags of Affordable Rice

    In an effort to bolster food security, the National Food Authority (NFA) in Eastern Visayas is gearing up to distribute 71,000 bags of rice to local government units (LGUs) interested in the initiative. This move comes under the food security emergency for rice, declared by the Department of Agriculture, which aims to make rice more…

    Written by

    Erwin Magbanua

  • NFA Prepares for Rice Distribution Amid Food Security Emergency

    The National Food Authority (NFA) has announced its readiness to distribute rice stocks as part of the upcoming food security emergency declaration. This statement was made on Monday, with the official declaration expected to be formalized by the Department of Agriculture on February 4, following the receipt of a resolution from the National Price Coordinating…

    Written by

    Noemi Villanueva

  • Government Bolsters Rice Distribution to Mt. Kanlaon Eruption Evacuees

    In response to the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon, the Regional Task Force Kanlaon, in collaboration with the National Food Authority (NFA), has significantly increased the supply of rice to support displaced families across Negros Island. On January 29, 2025, the NFA released 659 sacks of rice from its Bacolod City warehouse, aimed at aiding five…

    Written by

    Grace Morales

  • Government Bolsters Rice Distribution for Mt. Kanlaon Evacuees

    In response to the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon, the Regional Task Force Kanlaon, in collaboration with the National Food Authority (NFA), has significantly increased the supply of rice to support displaced families in Negros Island. On January 29, 2025, the NFA released 659 sacks of rice from its Bacolod City warehouse, destined for five local…

    Written by

    Mark Salazar

  • Department of Agriculture Engages More Local Governments for Nationwide NFA Rice Distribution

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) is actively working with various local government units (LGUs) to facilitate the sale of rice from the National Food Authority (NFA) across the country. This initiative aims to make NFA rice, priced at PHP36 per kilogram, accessible to consumers through LGUs, government agencies, and government-owned corporations, even before an official…

    Written by

    Manuel Castro