La Union farmers shift to drought-resistant crops
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Farmers in La Union have shifted to drought-resistant crops to cushion the effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the agriculture sector.
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La Union farmers shift to drought-resistant crops to curb El Niño impact
BAGUIO CITY— Farmers in La Union are shifting to drought-resistant crops to parry off the dire effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the agriculture sector.
McDonald’s introduces new dishes
MANILA, Philippines — Building on their commitment to delivering the “Best-Ever Burger Experience,” McDonald’s introduces new, nostalgic sides that will elevate the entire meal experience.
Marcos Jr: Ensure public safety, help farmers amid El Niño
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has ordered a “whole-of-government approach” to help farmers and to ensure public safety as the Philippines faces the impact of El Niño and La Niña.
DAR provides training, farm tractor to Camarines Sur farmers
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has provided training on corn production, pest management, and marketing skills, and turned over a farm tractor worth P1.85 million to members of the Burabod Farmers Agrarian Reform Organization (BFARO) in barangay Burabod, Calabanga, Camarines Sur to improve their income and productivity.
Press Release - Corn industry needs greater government support - Villar
To propel the competitiveness and expansion of the corn industry, Sen. Cynthia A. Villar has sponsored Senate Bill No. 2625 under Committee Report No. 246, entitled "An Act to develop the Philippine Corn Industry, enhance the availability and affordable of quality feeds and staple food, and provide for a corn competitiveness enhancement fund".
DA chief creates teams for projects to boost food production, minimize post-harvest losses
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has created three (3) teams to prepare and finalize the feasibility studies of priority infrastructure projects of the Department of Agriculture (DA) that will boost food production, particularly of rice and corn.
Press Release - Sponsorship Speech of Senator Cynthia A. Villar on Senate Bill No. 2625 or the Philippine Corn Industry Development Act
Mr. President, esteemed colleagues, and fellow advocates for the agriculture sector, good afternoon!