‘P7 drop in price of imported rice not happening’
MANILA, Philippines — Where is the drop of P7 per kilo in the price of imported rice?
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Retail price of ginger hits P350/kilo
MANILA, Philippines — Farmers’ group Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura (SINAG) yesterday asked the Department of Agriculture (DA) to inspect cold storage facilities for possible hoarding of ginger amid the spike in its retail price despite importation.
Marcos transfers Film Academy from DepEd to DTI
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has issued an order placing the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) under the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to further boost the country’s film industry.
Press Release - Gatchalian files bill expanding career opportunities for teachers
Senator Win Gatchalian has filed a bill that seeks to institutionalize the Career Progression System for public school teachers, which would expand their prospects for a career path in teaching, school administration, or supervision.
DA expects full impact of lower rice tariffs in January
MANILA, Philippines — Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. yesterday moved the expected full impact of Executive Order (EO) 62 on lower tariff on imported rice to January 2025 from October 2024.
Marcos orders NIA reorganization, return to OP
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has placed the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) back in the Office of the President (OP) for closer management to boost agricultural production and ensure food security.
Farmers: P7/K rice price drop in October unlikely
MANILA, Philippines — The P7 per kilo drop in rice prices in October is not possible amid the spike in the prices of imported rice from Vietnam where the bulk of the staple is sourced, according to farmers’ groups.
DA: Rice importers should utilize permits within 2 months
MANILA, Philippines — Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has ordered rice importers to utilize the Sanitary and Phytosanitary Import Clearance (SPSIC) issued to them by the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) within 60 days, warning that sanctions await traders who fail to comply.
DA: Local rice still cheaper than imports
MANILA, Philippines — The retail price of local rice remains cheaper compared to the imported grains nearly two months after Executive Order 62 took effect, according to latest monitoring of the Department of Agriculture (DA).