The pests that are toxic politics and rice tariffication
Duterte back in 2019 promised us of cheaper rice with his Rice Tariffication Law. The Marcos-Duterte Uni-Team in 2022 promised to lower the price of rice to P20 per kilo. These promises clearly remained as promises......»»
Farmers want tariffication review, cool to rice SRP
Farmers in Central Luzon, considered as the rice granary of the Philippines, are calling for the abolition or review of the Rice Tariffication Law......»»
DTI rolls out the Rice on Wheels Program in coordination with Bulacan rice millers and traders
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in coordination with Bulacan rice millers and traders, will officially roll out the “Rice on Wheels Program for Retailers” to ensure the availability of affordable regular and well-milled rice to the general public......»»
Thailand s rice exports up 44 pct in January
BANGKOK, Feb. 6 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's rice exports jumped 43.96 percent from a year earlier to 1.12 million tons in January, government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke said on Tuesday. The government has set a rice export target of 7.5 million tons this year as part of efforts to develop the quality of rice varieties and expand access to Thai rice in overseas markets, Chai said in a statement. Authorities a.....»»
EDITORIAL — Banning GMOs
Agricultural scientists have been genetically engineering plants for decades, to increase yield, make crops resistant to certain pests or boost certain desirable characteristics. In the 1960s, the International Rice Research Institute or IRRI produced IR8, dubbed “miracle rice” because its high yield was credited for fighting famine in many countries......»»
Coming soon: Rice for diabetics
Filipino rice lovers may soon need not worry about their blood sugar level spiking when eating the staple as scientists at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) are advancing well with its ultra-low glycemic index (GI) rice......»»
Philippines, IRRI ink MOU to boost rice output
MANILA, Feb. 19 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) on Monday said it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to help boost rice production in the Philippines. The DA said the five-year MOU seeks to boost the country's rice industry through sustainable practices that enhance yield, reduce production costs, minimize post-harvest.....»»
Philippines, IRRI ink MOU to boost rice output
MANILA, Feb. 19 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) on Monday said it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to help boost rice production in the Philippines. The DA said the five-year MOU seeks to boost the country's rice industry through sustainable practices that enhance yield, reduce production costs, minimize post-harvest.....»»
P93B post-harvest facilities needed to stop rice, corn wastage
MANILA, Philippines – A total of P93 billion is required to establish adequate post-harvest facilities to prevent the wastage of corn and rice, according to Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. on Tuesday. Laurel said around 12.7 to 15 percent of rice production is lost due to the lack of post-harvest facilities. “Sa rice and.....»»
Philippines expects stable rice price in first half of 2024
MANILA, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- The rice supply in the Philippines is sufficient through the first half of this year, ensuring the stable price of the country's main food staple, an agriculture official said on Thursday. Philippine Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said rice prices may stay elevated through September this year due to concerns over El Nino's impact on global rice supply and heightened demand.....»»
Philippines expects stable rice price in first half of 2024
MANILA, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- The rice supply in the Philippines is sufficient through the first half of this year, ensuring the stable price of the country's main food staple, an agriculture official said on Thursday. Philippine Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said rice prices may stay elevated through September this year due to concerns over El Nino's impact on global rice supply and heightened demand.....»»
‘Toxic relationship’ is why Mindanao should secede from sinking PH – former lawmaker
MANILA, Philippines — A “toxic relationship” between Mindanao and the Philippines was the reason why the former should break up with the latter. Davao del Norte 1st District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez, a former House speaker, said this on why Mindanao should break up with the Philippines. The country was now a “sinking ship” due to.....»»
The Toxic “I Am Offended” Mentality: A Hindrance to Cultural Understanding and Appreciation
The Toxic “I Am Offended” Mentality: A Hindrance to Cultural Understanding and Appreciation.....»»
‘Succession’ producer explores dangers of power and toxic love in dark comedy ‘The Regime’
“The Regime,” a forthcoming HBO series produced by Will Tracy of “Succession” fame, is a dark comedy delving into themes of power, authoritarianism, and toxic relationships......»»
NEWS BRIEFS | 9 February 2024
Politics in Cagayan de Oro heats up CAGAYAN DE ORO (MindaNews / 9 February) – Politics started to heat up here this week after former Mayor Oscar Moreno slammed Mayor Rolando Uy for accusing him of non-payment for the use of the SEARSOLIN and Manresa dormitories during the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreno said the accusations were […].....»»
Toral: Beyond pranks and politics: The urgent call for a misinformation law
Toral: Beyond pranks and politics: The urgent call for a misinformation law.....»»
Toral: Beyond pranks and politics: The urgent call for a misinformation law
Toral: Beyond pranks and politics: The urgent call for a misinformation law.....»»
Taal Volcano back to spewing high-volume of toxic gas
LUCENA CITY, Philippines – After spewing lower volumes of sulfur dioxide (SO2) for the past five days, Taal Volcano in Batangas province again emitted a high level of toxic gas on Saturday, March 23. A total of 14,287 metric tons (MT) of SO2 from Taal’s main crater was measured over the past 24 hours and.....»»
Vietnam s Q1 rice export up 42 pct in value
HANOI, April 10 (Xinhua) -- Vietnam exported over 2.1 million tons of rice, up 42 percent year-on-year in value, in the first quarter of this year, VnExpress reported Wednesday, citing the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. The country earned 1.4 billion U.S. dollars from exporting rice during the cited period, said the report. The Philippines was the biggest importer of Vietnamese rice, accou.....»»
Repeal of liberalization law urged to combat high rice inflation
A farmer group on Wednesday said that reversing the rice liberalization law would help address the low procurement of rice grains and high rice inflation......»»
Hugot ni Ogie Diaz sa toxic friends: Baka it’s the other way around!?
UMANI ng sandamakmak na likes at comments ang nakakalokang hugot ni Ogie Diaz tungkol isyu ng mga “toxic friends.” Usung-uso kasi ngayon ang mga talakan at bardagulan ng mga netizens na may konek sa mga pabigat at mga negang kaibigan sa barkadahan. Sa isang episode ng “It’s Showtime” ay inamin ni Vice Ganda na naka-experience.....»»