Latest in Philippine AgricultureThe food that reaches a Filipino consumer’s table has passed through as many as seven to eight hands before getting there, and each transfer comes with a markup—a problem deeply embedded in how Philippine agriculture works, and one that an economist says is compounding the damage of the current…
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso said the city government is working with the Bureau of Plant Industry to explore the adoption of Singapore’s urban farming technologies as part of efforts to strengthen food sufficiency in the Philippine capital. Speaking during the 96th…
Agriculture Secretary Francisco “Kiko” Tiu Laurel Jr. on Saturday, December 13, identified several attached agencies under the Department of Agriculture (DA) as standouts for 2025, citing institutional improvements and expanding production programs. In an interview on DZRH News program Special on…
Francisco “Paco” Magsaysay grew up surrounded by politics. His grandfather was the late President Ramon Magsaysay, celebrated as the “Man of the Masses.” His father, Jun Magsaysay, capped a political career with two terms in the Senate and one in the House of Representatives. Every opportunity to…
When the late Pope Francis wrapped up his historic visit to the Philippines in January 2015, few could have imagined that one of his sweetest souvenirs would be Filipino-made ice cream. According to Carmen’s Best founder Francisco “Paco” Magsaysay, the Holy Father enjoyed not one, but two scoops…
Malaysia’s bold move to ban imported food at all official government events has sparked interest across Southeast Asia—especially in the Philippines, where food security and agricultural self-sufficiency remain critical priorities under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s administration.
Sinagot ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ang matagal nang tanong ng publiko hinggil sa kanyang kampanya noong 2022 na magdala ng ₱20 kada kilong bigas sa merkado, at iginiit na ito ay nasimulan na sa ilang bahagi ng bansa. “Sa mga nagtatanong kung nasaan na ang bente pesos na bigas, ito ang…
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