News in brief:
-Â The Philippines is projected to remain the world's top rice importer in 2024, with the USDA estimating imports at 3.8 million metric...
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. as the new agriculture minister to address food price rises, with Laurel having a background in the food industry.
Philippine onion farmers are urging the government to temporarily ban onion imports due to an excess of domestic stock, resulting in discounted prices and decreased sales.
Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. instructed government agencies to ensure affordable rice availability through legal means, due to concerns over rising prices.
