TWG formed for eased agricultural import barriers
A technical working group (TWG) has been formed following President Marcos’ April 18 order to remove non-tariff barriers on agricultural imports......»»
Banks to ramp up lending to agriculture sector
Banks are looking to increase lending to the agriculture sector this year amid better economic conditions, higher demand for agricultural loans and consolidation of government programs that would boost banks’ agricultural loan portfolio......»»
Moalboal s native chicken production project set to boost rural incomes, agricultural productivity
Moalboal s native chicken production project set to boost rural incomes, agricultural productivity.....»»
‘Run it back’: Tyler Bey wants another shot with Magnolia after finals heartbreak
The PBA Commissioner's Cup proves to be a tournament marked by runner-up finishes for Magnolia import Tyler Bey as he falls short of the Best Import plum and the championship.....»»
Philippines to import more rice – USDA
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) hiked its rice import forecast for the Philippines to 3.9 million metric tons this year, driven by bigger purchases from Vietnam......»»
Government to import 5,000 heads of cattle
To boost the country’s local milk production, the National Dairy Authority (NDA) targets to import at least 5,000 cattle – a move that would allow the NDA to produce 80 million liters of milk by 2028......»»
Ex-PBA import McCullough reinforces Strong Group in Jones Cup
Former PBA champion import Chris McCullough, at last, is set for a Philippine return after five long years......»»
Senators buck revival of NFA import power
Several senators are opposing the proposal of the Department of Agriculture to restore the power of the National Food Authority to import rice......»»
Philippines to import less rice this year – USDA
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has lowered its rice import forecast for the Philippines to 3.9 million metric tons (MT) as it expects the country to have a better harvest than earlier projected......»»
Philippines may import onions amid armyworm infestation
The Philippines might have to import up to 60,000 metric tons of onions as 45 percent of plantations are affected by harabas or armyworm infestations that worsened due to El Niño, according to the Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. ......»»
Best Import award surprises J3
Johnathan Williams never expected to be named Best Import of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup so when Phoenix coach Jamike Jarin phoned last Friday to break the news, he couldn’t believe it at first......»»
New NLEX import debuts impressively
NLEX Road Warriors head coach Frankie Lim lauded the "pretty decent" debut of import Deandre Williams-Baldwin......»»
T-bill rates ease ahead of Fed meet
Rates for the government’s short-term securities eased for the second straight week ahead of the monetary policy decision of the US Federal Reserve......»»
Catch-up Fridays eased for teachers
JENIELITO "Dodong" Atillo, spokesperson of the Department of Education (DepEd-Davao), clarified during the AFP-PNP press conference held on Wednesday morning, March 27, 2024, at the Royal Mandaya Hotel, that the implementation of “Catch-up Fridays” has been streamlined to alleviate any perceived burden on teachers......»»
Date night inflation: Cost of flowers and condoms this Valentine’s Day 2024
Good news for lovebirds this Valentine's Day: Inflation has eased......»»
BSP: Inflation likely eased further in January
Headline inflation likely slowed further for the fourth straight month in January, ranging between 2.8 and 3.6 percent, after easing to a 22-month low of 3.9 percent in December, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»
Interfaith groups glad that Ramadhan, Lenten Season are both occurring in March
This year’s Ramadhan among Muslims and the Lenten Season of Christians are both in March. For interfaith peace advocates, this is a reminder that religions should not set barriers but foster tolerance and understanding among believers......»»
Sorsogon Province Marks Three-Year Milestone in Maternal and Newborn Health Care
by Geri Matthew CarreteroLegazpi City, Philippines - Sorsogon Province, through the Sorsogon Provincial Health Office in partnership with Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, with support from the MSD for Mothers Global Grant Program, hosted a Dissemination Forum titled "Breaking Barriers: Achievements and Collaborations in UHC towards Responsive and Quality Maternal and Newborn H.....»»
Sorsogon Province Marks Three-Year Milestone in Maternal and Newborn Health Care
by Geri Matthew CarreteroLegazpi City, Philippines - Sorsogon Province, through the Sorsogon Provincial Health Office in partnership with Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, with support from the MSD for Mothers Global Grant Program, hosted a Dissemination Forum titled "Breaking Barriers: Achievements and Collaborations in UHC towards Responsive and Quality Maternal and Newborn H.....»»
Banks ease exposure in real estate in 2023
The exposure of Philippine banks and trust entities to the volatile property segment eased slightly to 20.17 percent of total loans in end-December 2023 from 20.55 percent in end-September last year, data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas showed......»»
Debt-to-GDP ratio remains above int’l threshold at 60.2%
The country’s outstanding debt as a share to the overall economy slightly eased in the first quarter, but remained above the internationally accepted threshold, with the government urged to be on a serious lookout for more revenue sources......»»