The MSSD-BARMM provides P193,500 in monthly rice subsidies to 129 vulnerable families in Nabalawag's SGA to boost food security. Learn how the Unlad Pamilyang Bangsamoro Program supports daily meals.
The Department of Agriculture hails Bulacan as Central Luzon's top-performing province for 2025, citing leadership in rice production, ecological farming, and climate-smart practices. Discover how local farmers are driving this success.
The fall of Maduro redirects Venezuela's massive oil reserves, creating winners like Chevron and losers like China. Discover how this impacts global oil prices and geopolitics.
OPEC+ confirms a continued pause on oil production increases for February and March 2026. The group adopts a cautious stance ahead of its next meeting. Read the full analysis here.
DA Secretary Tiu Laurel says MSRP for imported rice remains at P43/kilo until 20% import tariff takes effect Jan. 16, 2025. Read the latest updates on rice price stabilization.
The Philippines extends its sugar import ban to protect local farmers, launches a 400,000-ton buffer stock program, and sets a 100,000-ton US export quota. Read the latest market-stabilizing measures.
Cebu City is set to roll out its subsidized P20-per-kilo rice program before 2025 ends, with 10,000 sacks for initial distribution. Mayor Archival details the barangay-led system to ensure it reaches the most needy families.
Cebu City begins its P20-per-kilo rice program pilot before 2025 ends, distributing 10,000 sacks to select barangays. Learn how to access affordable rice.
DAR empowers Zamboanga del Sur farmers with a P1.2 million mobile rice mill to cut losses and boost livelihood. See how this SuRE ARC project drives sustainable agriculture.
Experts warn the rice crisis, fueled by low farmgate prices and high imports, threatens national sovereignty. A 5-point plan calls for urgent reform to save Filipino farmers and ensure food security. #FoodSovereignty #SaveFarmers
The Ministry of Agriculture in BARMM provides vital farming inputs and equipment to the Lambog Farmers Association in Tawi-Tawi to enhance cassava production, livestock, and livelihoods. Discover how this support aims to build a sustainable farming system
Robert Gaza, a Pampanga businessman, provided free rice to 7,000 poor families in Angeles City and Porac as a Christmas social responsibility project. Read about this heartwarming community initiative.
Cebu faces a sharp rice price hike due to supply shortages from delayed imports, typhoons, and bulk government purchases. Learn the causes and current costs.
OPEC+ suspends planned oil output hikes for January-March 2026, citing seasonality. The alliance, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, opts for a cautious stance. Discover what this means for global oil markets and the Philippines.
Philippine public school teachers gain access to PHP20/kg rice through DepEd-DA partnership. Program expands to remote areas starting January 2026. Learn more.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. dismisses former lawmaker Zaldy Co's cover-up claims as baseless. He confirms only rice tariff talks were true. Read the full story.
SM Supermalls transforms Thanksgiving into a multicultural celebration from Nov 22-30. Enjoy global cuisines at various SM malls across Pampanga with special dining deals and gratitude masses.
New research reveals Philippines rice production stagnant since 2017 with 18% consumption gap. Regional disparities show path forward for food security.
Davao City's durian export sector expands to 19 companies, shipping thousands of metric tons to China and global markets. Discover the growth story and challenges.
Agricultural officials warn of significant damage to Cebu's corn production as Typhoon Tino batters the region, threatening food security and farmers' livelihoods.
Discover the heartwarming story behind Pampanga's unique Christmas tradition where simple gifts of rice and sardines bring more joy than extravagant feasts for struggling families.
Labor groups in the Philippines are pushing for increased rice subsidies and enhanced annual benefits as inflation continues to impact workers' purchasing power.
Cebu Representative Edsel Galeos champions House Resolution 1619 to revitalize the Philippines' struggling coffee sector through comprehensive government support and strategic development.
OPEC+ confirms major oil output increase starting December 2023, signaling strategic market adjustments amid global economic shifts and energy demand changes.