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Philex nets P636 million in 9 months
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 9, 2024 - 12:00am
Philex Mining Corp. said its attributable net income from January to September fell by almost a quarter year-on-year to P636.03 million as expenses outpaced revenues.
Agricultural, fisheries output further contract in Q3
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 7, 2024 - 12:00am
The country could miss its target growth rate for the agriculture and fisheries output this year after a prolonged dry spell and devastating typhoons dragged down local production in the third quarter to its steepest...
Maynilad funnels P695 million for sewer line expansion
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 5, 2024 - 12:00am
West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. is investing P695 million for the expansion of sewerage services in Parañaque City.
No sugar MAV next year as stocks remain ample
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 5, 2024 - 12:00am
The government will not open the minimum access volume for sugar next year, as the country has ample stocks and retail prices of the commodity remain stable, contrasting with the dire supply situation two years...
Over 1 million MT palay lost due to El Niño, typhoons
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 5, 2024 - 12:00am
The country has lost over one million metric tons of palay supply so far this year after farms were devastated by extreme weather conditions that included the El Niño phenomenon and the series of typhoons,...
RCEF eyed to assist farmers, fishers hit by Kristine
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 5, 2024 - 12:00am
A measure approved by the bicameral conference committee, expanding the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund from P10 billion to P30 billion yearly, will be substantial in providing help to farmers and fisherfolk...
DA: 1M metric tons of palay lost to El Niño, typhoons
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 5, 2024 - 12:00am
The country has lost at least one million metric tons (MT) of palay supply so far this year after farms were devastated by extreme weather conditions that included El Niño phenomenon and the series of typhoons...
AI seen to improve food security, boost agriculture employment
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 3, 2024 - 12:00am
The adoption of artificial intelligence in agriculture and fisheries is expected to improve the country’s food security and even entice the youth to venture in the sector, according to experts.
Bukidnon leads provinces in agricultural fisheries output
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 2, 2024 - 12:00am
Bukidnon led the provinces in 2023 in terms of the value of agricultural and fisheries production in 2023, accounting for at least six percent of the country’s total output, the Philippine Statistics Authority...
Yellow onion prices stable as imports arrive
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 2, 2024 - 12:00am
At least 10,000 metric tons (MT) of fresh yellow onions arrived in the country, augmenting domestic stocks and stabilizing prices as all local supplies have been nearly consumed in the market.
FAO, World Bank to implement $25 million grant to boost health system
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 1, 2024 - 12:00am
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization and the World Bank will implement a $24.9-million grant to boost the country’s health system, particularly in improving disease surveillance and strengthening...
Palawan closed fishing season starts
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - November 1, 2024 - 12:00am
The three-month closed fishing season in northeastern Palawan starts today to allow round scads or galunggong to repopulate, according to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources.
Benguet Corp to raise P440 million via private placement
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - October 31, 2024 - 12:00am
Benguet Corp. is raising P440 million through the subscription of new shares by Red Earth Mineral Resources Corp. to bankroll its existing projects that include mining and agriculture.
New roadmap for rice completed by yearend
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - October 31, 2024 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture is set to complete the latest rice industry roadmap by year-end that would outline its current priorities and vision for the sector.
DA to invest P2 billion to perk up Philippines coffee output
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - October 30, 2024 - 12:00am
At least four in ten cups of coffee are produced locally.
‘Rice prices remain high as retailers make a killing’
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - October 30, 2024 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture will convene the leaders of large markets in Metro Manila next week to discuss and address why retail prices of imported rice remain above P50 per kilo despite the softening of wholesale...
First border inspection rules out by December
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - October 29, 2024 - 12:00am
The government will hold a series of consultations with local and foreign stakeholders in the runup to the finalization of new import inspection rules by December for the anticipated implementation of the country’s...
Philippines dairy output to swell by 10 percent this year – USDA
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - October 28, 2024 - 12:00am
The country’s dairy output this year could grow by 10 percent on an annual basis to 32,000 metric tons (MT) on the back of a growing dairy herd, according to an international agency.
Feed makers tap thriving pet food market
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - October 27, 2024 - 12:00am
The country’s pet food market is projected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate of six percent between 2022 and 2027, according to the US Pet Food Institute.
Lower rice prices seen as India scraps MEP on white rice
by Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas - October 27, 2024 - 12:00am
The scrapping of India’s minimum export price (MEP) on its non-Basmati white rice bodes well for the Philippines as it would further boost global grain supply and could lead to lower retail prices of the commodity,...
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