Category : Agriculture Business


Silent Erosion of Leadership in Family Enterprises

In family-owned businesses, succession often fails quietly as successors inherit authority without earning leadership. Entitlement and lack of challenge undermine capability, risking long-term viability. True leadership demands exposure to consequences an

Japanese Shrimp Farm in Davao Uses Nanobubble Tech

ABC FARM LLC, a Japanese-led venture in Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, plans to expand vannamei shrimp production using nanobubble technology, potentially hiring more workers and exploring grouper fish farming.

Palay Prices Rebound After Philippines Halts Rice Imports

Farmgate prices of palay in the Philippines have started to recover following a four-month government import halt, with dry palay rising to P21.52/kg and fresh palay to P18.42/kg as of January 30, 2026, after a decline in 2024-2025 due to excessive import

First Woman Leads Mandaue Chamber of Commerce in Historic Move

Barbara 'Bambi' Gothong-Tan has been inducted as the first female president of the Mandaue Chamber of Commerce and Industry, marking a milestone in its 60-year history. She succeeds Mark Anthony Ynoc and outlines plans for member engagement and growth.

Business Leaders Praise Government's Anti-Red Tape Campaign

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry commends the government's Executive Order 108 and the appointment of Finance Secretary Frederick Go as economic czar, highlighting efforts to attract investors and boost economic growth.

PH Agriculture Grows 3.1% in 2025, Fastest in 8 Years

The Philippines' agriculture sector expanded by 3.1 percent in 2025, marking its fastest growth in eight years. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. highlights early gains from reforms, export recovery, and strategic investments amid ongoing cha

Davao Norte PVO Conducts ASF Surveillance in Kapalong

The Provincial Veterinarian's Office in Davao del Norte conducted African Swine Fever and Hog Cholera surveillance in Barangay Mamacao, Kapalong, as part of efforts to maintain pink zone classification with no active cases.

Senate Targets Financiers of Agricultural Smuggling

The Senate Committee on Agriculture investigates financial backers behind large-scale smuggling of farm goods, examining arrests, unserved warrants, and accountability mechanisms affecting food security.

PH-Japan Agri-Fisheries Cooperation Advances in 2026

Philippine Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel's visit to Japan in January 2026 focused on tariff reductions, market access, and grant aid for rice processing, boosting bilateral cooperation in agriculture and fisheries.

Marcos Forms Committee for Green Expo 2027 in Japan

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. establishes an inter-agency Philippine Organizing Committee to oversee the country's participation in Green Expo 2027 in Japan, with DA as chair and DOT as vice chair.

PH Reclaims No. 2 Banana Exporter Spot in 2025

The Philippines has reclaimed its position as the world's second-largest banana exporter in 2025, with shipments surging 26% to 2.925 million metric tons, marking a recovery from years of decline.

PH Reclaims 2nd Largest Banana Exporter Spot in 2025

The Philippines has reclaimed its position as the world's second-largest banana exporter in 2025, with shipments surging 26% to 2.925 million metric tons, surpassing Colombia and widening its lead over other major producers.

Pampanga Food Complex to Open This Year

The Pampanga provincial government and national agencies are finalizing a major food security project in Lubao, with over ₱320 million invested in infrastructure and equipment to enhance rice production and support local farmers.

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