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Minister MacAulay promotes Canada s world-class products in Malaysia and the Philippines
The Government of Canada is deepening ties in the Indo-Pacific region - a key market for Canadian farmers, fishers, and the agri-food sector. February 23, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada This week, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, visited Malaysia and the Philippines to strengthen regional partnerships and create ne.....»»
ACT-Agri Kaagapay pinamalas noong Mahal na Araw
Muling ipinamalas ng ACT-Agri-Kaagapay Organization sa pamumuno ni Ms. Virginia Ledesma Rodriguez ang malasakit at pagkalinga sa kapwa makaraang mamigay ng pagkain at mineral water nitong Semana Santa sa libu-libong Pilipino. The post ACT-Agri Kaagapay pinamalas noong Mahal na Araw first appeared on Abante......»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023
The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»
S& P: Philippines may miss growth goal this year
S&P Global Ratings sees the Philippines again missing its growth targets this year as it kept its gross domestic product growth forecast at 5.9 percent. While the projection is better compared to other economies in the region, it is again below the government’s 6.5 to 7.5 percent growth target......»»
NEDA Optimistic on Economic Growth in the PH for 2024
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan expressed optimism about the country’s economic growth for 2024. According to Balicasan, major development organizations like the IMF, ADB, and the World Bank expect the country to have an economic growth rate of at least 6%. The IMF projects a growth rate of 6.2%, the ADB […].....»»
Shear line damages P172-M worth of agri products, infra in Davao region
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 23 January) – The recent heavy rains brought by the shear line destroyed at least P172 million worth of agricultural products and infrastructure in the Davao region. Data from the Department of Agriculture – Davao region (DA-Davao) said the initial damage to palay, corn and other high-value crops reached P145.3 million. […].....»»
Near-target 2023 GDP growth acceptable amidst economic challenges – Neda chief
INQUIRER/ MARIANNE BERMUDEZ MANILA, Philippines — The country’s chief socioeconomic planner, Secretary Arsenio Balisacan of the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda), said that a 2023 economic growth slightly lower than the previous year’s 7.6 percent but near the government’s 6 to 7 percent target range would be considered acceptable, given the challenges faced by the.....»»
PH Economy Remains Optimistic Amid Global Slowdown
The country is one of the fastest growing economies in East Asia and the Pacific according to the World Bank, foreseeing robust growth despite global economic slowdown. In the latest World Bank Global Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday, the Philippines is expected to maintain its economic growth rate in 2024 at 5.8%, slightly higher […].....»»
Sipalay LGU agri office undergo ‘transformational leadership’ training
Sipalay LGU agri office undergo ‘transformational leadership’ training.....»»
Agri nabulaga! Rabies lumipat sa mga baka
Kinumpirma ng Department of Agriculture na may mga alagang baka ang nahawaan ng rabies sa isla ng Marinduque. The post Agri nabulaga! Rabies lumipat sa mga baka first appeared on Abante......»»
MNLF community gets agri-aqua livelihood aid
A peace and development community of the Moro National Liberation Front in this city has received assistance to boost its agri-aqua livelihood......»»
P57-M road projects to spur tourism, agri dev t in 2 Negros LGUs
P57-M road projects to spur tourism, agri dev t in 2 Negros LGUs.....»»
Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges
Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges.....»»
ONE Visayas Creative Expo showcase WV agri products
ONE Visayas Creative Expo showcase WV agri products.....»»
Farmers, fishers lauded for role in food security, agri productivity dev’t
Farmers, fishers lauded for role in food security, agri productivity dev’t.....»»
Food prices pull down January 2024 inflation to 2.8%
During a press briefing on Tuesday, National Statistician and Philippine Statistics Authority chief Claire Dennis Mapa said that inflation dropped to 2.8% in January 2024, down from 3.9% in December of last year......»»
95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding
Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»
CitySavings Named One of the 2024 Philippines’ Growth Champions
City Savings Bank (CitySavings) continues to cement its position to become the leading mass market bank in the country with its inclusion as one of the 2024 Philippines’ Growth Champions. The Philippine Daily Inquirer released the report with international market research firm Statista. This year’s Philippines’ Growth Champions are companies with remarkable growth and resilience […].....»»
Philippine government retains 6.5 to 7.5 pct GDP growth target for 2024
MANILA, Jan. 26 (Xinhua) -- National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan on Friday expressed optimism that the Philippine government will achieve a gross domestic product growth of 6.5 percent to 7.5 percent in 2024. "This growth will be supported by low and manageable inflation, a labor force with access to more and better jobs, a stronger fiscal position in the form of a lower.....»»