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Loans to agriculture sector ‘quadrupled’ in 2023
The banking sector’s loan disbursements to the agriculture sector quadrupled last year after the government widened the number of projects considered as compliant with the 25 percent requirement, a member of the central bank’s Monetary Board said......»»
Government announces agriculture delegations to better support Primary sector
The coalition Government has announced ministerial delegations to support key areas across the Primary sector to deliver for New Zealand's food and fibre sector, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay announced today."I will be supported in my roles as Minister of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Hunting and Fishing, by three Associate Agriculture Ministers, Nicola Grigg (National), Andrew Hoggard (ACT), and Mark Patt.....»»
PSAC backs government efforts in local talent retention
The jobs sector of the Private Sector Advisory Council expressed support for President Marcos’ efforts aimed at bolstering local talent retention, enhancing vocational training and streamlining business processes in the Philippines......»»
Lawmaker proposes discounted fuel sales for public transport sector
Lawmaker proposes discounted fuel sales for public transport sector.....»»
Monetary Board approves $2.87B in foreign loans for public sector in Q1 2024
Monetary Board approves $2.87B in foreign loans for public sector in Q1 2024.....»»
53% drop in Davao City’s road accidents: DCPO-TEU
The Davao City Police Office-Traffic Enforcement Unit (DCPO-TEU) has reported a significant 53% decrease in road accidents during the first 16 days of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Deputy Chief Pcpt. Raymundo B. Bacera Jr. revealed these statistics during the ISpeak media forum, citing 213 recorded incidents in 2023, compared to only 102 in 2024. He noted a reduction in the number of vehicles involved, from 120 to 51. Human error was identified as the primary cause of accidents, accounting for 97% of cases, while vehicle defects and road defects contributed to 2% and 1% of incidents, respectively. Private vehicles were involved in 40% of the accidents, with common human errors including texting/calling while driving, overtaking, and speeding. The peak hours for accidents were identified as between 2 pm to 4 pm. Despite the implementation of the New Speed Limit Ordinance, which came into effect on January 11, 2024, Dionisio Abude, head of the City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO), emphasized that the ordinance cannot guarantee the absence of road incidents, highlighting the critical role of driver behavior and driving habits. Since the ordinance's enforcement, CTTMO and DCPO-TEU have issued citations to 730 violators, with private vehicles constituting 49% of the total, followed by motorcycles, taxis, trucks, public utility jeepneys, buses, and public utility vans......»»
El Niño damage to agriculture sector hits P357.4 million
The damage the El Niño phenomenon brought to the agriculture sector in four regions alone – Ilocos, Mimaropa, Western Visayas and Zamboanga peninsula – has already ballooned to P357.4 million, according to the Department of Agriculture......»»
Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces
The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»
Private sector collaborates with government for climate action
The private sector has expressed its commitment and readiness to fund sustainability projects to support the country’s climate goals......»»
Lapu-Lapu schools return to face-to-face classes – Chan
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan announced the return of face-to-face classes for public schools starting today, April 17, 2024. However, in a Facebook post, Chan said that the face-to-face classes shall only be scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 for morning classes and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for afternoon.....»»
5,844 schools suspend onsite classes due to extreme heat
Of 47,678 public schools nationwide, 5,844 suspended onsite classes yesterday due to extreme heat aggravated by the El Niño phenomenon......»»
Bomb scare hits 4 schools in Laguna
Bomb threats sent through social media disrupted classes in four public schools in San Pedro, Laguna on Monday......»»
Binay asks DepEd: Resolve issues in 3 ‘embo’ schools
Makati Mayor Abby Binay yesterday appealed to Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte to resolve the issue of management of three public schools in the enlisted men’s barrio or “embo” barangays that are now under Taguig......»»
Makati turns over 14 schools to Taguig
The Makati government has officially turned over 14 public schools to Taguig amid the jurisdiction dispute between the two cities......»»
Philippines Math team gears up for global competitions
The Philippine team composed of Mathematics wizards from public and private schools nationwide has started its preparations for global competitions lined up this year......»»
Murcia private cemetery warns public vs spurious transactions
Murcia private cemetery warns public vs spurious transactions.....»»
Travel agencies group warns about cheap, illegal operators
The Davao Travel Agencies Association (DTAA) has issued a warning about unregistered and illegal travel and tour operators in their area. These operators have been found to be offering travel and tour services without proper licensing, leading to issues such as lack of refunds, scheduling problems, and other travel arrangement discrepancies. Pia Partoza Montano, a travel agency owner and Vice-President for the Travel and Tours Sector of DTAA, emphasized the prevalence of these unauthorized operators, particularly in inbound tourism, and the challenges in monitoring and regulating them due to their large numbers. Montano also highlighted the potential risks associated with using these unregistered agencies, as they may offer cheaper rates but could lead to problems in case of incidents. To address this issue, the Department of Tourism-Davao (DOT-Davao) has introduced a QR code system to help the public verify the legitimacy of travel agencies by accessing data on authorized and registered operators. The DOT-Davao encourages travelers to transact with accredited enterprises to ensure the quality and reliability of their travel arrangements. Currently, there are at least 109 registered travel and tour agencies in Davao City under DOT-Davao's accreditation. The DOT-Davao also provides information on the requirements for registration and renewal for travel agencies on their official website. This warning serves as a reminder for the public to be cautious and discerning when engaging with travel and tour operators to avoid falling victim to unauthorized and illegitimate services......»»
Abegail bumalik kay Boss Toyo, nag-‘donate’ ng memorabilia ni Francis M
NAGING usap-usapan ulit sa social media ang nagpakilalang dating karelasyon ng yumaong Master Rapper na si Francis Magalona na si Abegail Rait, pati ang kanilang anak na si Gaile Francesca. Bumalik kasi sila sa businessman at content creator na si Boss Toyo ng reality-based “Pinoy Pawnstars.” Dala ng mag-ina ang “photographs” o mga litrato na kuha ng Master Rapper bilang.....»»
Kris Bernal feeling ‘superhero’ sa pagdo-donate ng breastmilk: I save lives
“NOT all superheros wear capes.” ‘Yan ang naging caption ng first time celebrity mom na si Kris Bernal sa kanyang social media post matapos ihayag na pakiramdam niya ay isa siyang “superhero.” Tingin nga ni Kris, “superpowers” niya ang oversupply ng pagpo-produce ng breastmilk dahil marami siyang natutulungang mommies. Sa Instagram, ibinandera ng aktres ang.....»»
Instead of breaking pencils to ward off bad luck, MSU-GenSan examinees donate them to IP school
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 28 February) – The usual breaking of pencils after an examination did not happen to about a thousand examinees who took the recent qualifying examinations at the Mindanao State University (MSU) here. The traditional pencil-breaking practice was meant to ward off bad spells and bring good prospects to examinees, Mherzel […].....»»