MANILA, Philippines — The declaration of food security for rice will only be applicable to areas experiencing skyrocketing rice prices, a Department of Agriculture (DA) official clarified on Saturday.
The Philippine Retailers Association (PRA) is welcoming the plan of the Department of Agriculture (DA) to have groceries and convenience stores sell affordable rice
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said it is eyeing partnerships with the country’s major retail companies to expand the availability of affordable rice nationwide.
Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder has said that import costs are relatively lower due to the proximity of neighboring countries such as India, Myanmar, and Pakistan.
BANGKOK, Thailand – The Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) is organizing a trade delegation to promote Thai organic rice in Germany, Italy, and the United States in 2025
The Marcos administration is on the verge of declaring a food security emergency as rice prices remain stubbornly high despite government efforts to alleviate the situation.
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