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Coffee production seen to drip below 30,000 MT
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 18, 2026 - 12:00am
Local coffee production is expected to decline this year as farmers contend with the effects of El Niño and rising production costs, an industry group said.
Philex resolves labor strike
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 16, 2026 - 12:00am
Philex Mining Corp. said yesterday it has resolved the labor dispute at its Padcal mine in Benguet, after union members and company officials reached a settlement agreement.
Increased support sought for DA truck rebate program
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 16, 2026 - 12:00am
Toll operators have been urged to support and participate in a rebate program of the Department of Agriculture (DA), which aims to help lessen the impact of rising fuel prices on vehicles transporting agricultural...
DA mobilizes LGUs to boost ube output
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 15, 2026 - 12:00am
To boost local ube production, the Department of Agriculture is teaming up with local government units  to create better export opportunities for growers and meet rising global demand.
DA cancels P700 million rice shipment from Vietnam
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 15, 2026 - 12:00am
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the Department of Agriculture (DA) had ordered the cancellation of the import permit for a P700-million rice shipment from Vietnam, days before the vessel arrived...
El Nino effect: Double-digit decline in palay output seen
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 15, 2026 - 12:00am
 The country’s palay or unmilled rice harvest is projected to decline by 17 percent in the third quarter, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.
Soybean meal imports seen to rise 10% in 2027
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 14, 2026 - 12:00am
The country’s imports of soybean meal are forecast to expand by 10 percent in 2027 due to rising demand from the poultry sector.
Padcal output unhampered by workers’ strike – Philex
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 13, 2026 - 12:00am
Philex Mining Corp. said mining operations at its Padcal mine remain unrestricted despite an ongoing workers’ strike.
ASEAN integration on food security pushed
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 13, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines is pushing for deeper integration with its Southeast Asian neighbors to strengthen food security and expand market linkages.
DA sees P10 billion additional revenues from higher pork tariffs
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 13, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture expects more than P10 billion in additional revenues from higher pork tariffs, funds which it said could be used to support the country’s animal sector.
Pork imports likely to expand next year – USDA
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 12, 2026 - 12:00am
The entry of imported pork to the Philippines may increase by seven percent in 2027, with further growth likely tempered by higher domestic stocks, according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Philippines palm oil industry ready for takeoff
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 11, 2026 - 12:00am
As the Philippines moves to expand its palm oil industry, Malaysia, the world’s second-largest producer, has expressed its willingness to support the country’s efforts.
SRA allocates all sugar output for domestic us
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 9, 2026 - 12:00am
The Sugar Regulatory Administration mandated that all sugar production for the 2026 to 2027 crop year will be for domestic use only due to the anticipated shortfall in sugarcane harvests.
Malaysia seeks bigger share in Philippines palm oil market
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 9, 2026 - 12:00am
Malaysia’s palm oil industry is looking to diversify its product offerings in the Philippines as it seeks to expand beyond traditional palm oil use by tapping opportunities in other sectors.
Philippines, US to revive rice trade
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 9, 2026 - 12:00am
The country is set to tap a new source of rice imports, as industry stakeholders have agreed to purchase US-grown rice beginning next year.
DA: Rice imports may breach 5 million MT
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 8, 2026 - 12:00am
The country is expected to import more than five million metric tons of rice this year to strengthen supply as domestic production is projected to decline due to the effects of El Niño, according to the Department...
USDA sees slower sales for Philippines food, beverages
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 6, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines’ food and beverage retail sales are expected to grow at a slower pace this year due to rising costs and slower consumer spending, according to the US Department of Agriculture.
Rice stocks down 8% ahead of El Niño
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 6, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines’ total rice inventory declined by eight percent in September, ahead of the potential impact of El Niño on the country’s rice production.
UA&P: Ube sector must improve planting materials, productivity
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 5, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines must improve the availability of planting materials and farm productivity to strengthen the local ube industry, according to the latest policy brief by the University of Asia and the Pacific-Center...
‘All sugar output should be reserved for domestic use’
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 4, 2026 - 12:00am
Local sugar producers have urged government to reserve all output for domestic use, citing a projected decline in supply and the need to safeguard the industry.
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