Category : Agriculture Business


Olango Island Bird Flu-Free After Negative Tests

Olango Island in Cebu has been declared free from bird flu after all 90 sampled poultry tested negative for avian influenza antibodies, as confirmed by the Lapu-Lapu City Veterinary Office.

Seaweed Harvesting in Lapu-Lapu: A Grueling Livelihood

Julius Martinez, a 46-year-old resident of Barangay Canjulao, harvests laway-laway seaweed from coastal waters. This raw material is vital for livestock feed, but the work involves harsh weather, physical risks, and low pay to support his family.

Cebu Pork Producers Warn Tariff Cuts Threaten Food Security

Cebu-based swine producers caution that proposed pork import tariff reductions could intensify cost pressures on domestic industry and jeopardize long-term food security, while Virginia Farms Inc. offers buy-back program to support small farmers.

Pampanga Press Club Golf Event Supports Journalism Training

The Pampanga Press Club's 3rd Invitational Golf Tournament at Pradera Verde Golf & Country Club attracted strong support from government and corporate sponsors, ensuring funding for campus journalist training and member welfare programs.

Bankerohan Market Prices Fluctuate Amid Rising Costs

Prices of basic commodities at Bankerohan and Agdao public markets in Davao City are fluctuating this week. Vendors report that higher fuel, transport, and utility costs are offsetting post-Holy Week price drops, impacting both sellers and consumers.

Prifood and Ceronergy Partner to Lower Energy Costs

Cebu-based snack maker Prifood Corp. teams up with Corenergy to supply electricity to its Mandaue City plants, aiming to reduce operating expenses and stabilize product pricing through the Retail Aggregation Program.

CDC Suspends Fuel Royalty Fee to Support Clark Freeport

The Clark Development Corporation has suspended its ₱1 per liter royalty fee on petroleum deliveries within the Freeport to reduce costs for locators and employees, ensuring business continuity amid fuel supply challenges.

DA May Need P40B More Funds for Oil Crisis Impact

The Department of Agriculture could require an extra P40 billion in funding if the oil crisis persists, with Secretary Francisco Laurel Jr. detailing needs for fuel subsidies, fertilizer, and support for rice farmers and fisherfolk.

Philippines Rice Supply Stable Amid Global Oil Price Hike

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. confirms the Philippines maintains a robust rice supply despite rising oil prices and agricultural costs from Middle East tensions. The government has implemented measures to support farmers and ensure food s

SBMA Cuts Port Fees 5% to Ease Fuel Cost Burden, P76M Relief

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority implements tariff reductions and fee suspensions to help port users manage operational costs amid geopolitical tensions and fuel price hikes, providing an estimated P76 million in financial relief for 2026.

Central Visayas Business Registrations Fall 4.7% in 2025

Business name registrations in Central Visayas declined by 4.7 percent in 2025, dropping to 63,150 from 66,257 the previous year. This shift marks a transition from post-pandemic expansion to a period of economic caution as entrepreneurs face rising costs

Otso Cantos Gin Launches in Davao, Targets Mindanao Market

Otso Cantos, a rising Philippine gin brand, officially entered the Mindanao market with a launch event in Davao City. Led by founder Hon. Prospero 'Butch' Pichay Jr., the brand aims to expand distribution and create business opportunities across the regio

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