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Pork imports likely to expand next year – USDA
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 12, 2026 - 12:00am
The entry of imported pork to the Philippines may increase by seven percent in 2027, with further growth likely tempered by higher domestic stocks, according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Philippines palm oil industry ready for takeoff
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 11, 2026 - 12:00am
As the Philippines moves to expand its palm oil industry, Malaysia, the world’s second-largest producer, has expressed its willingness to support the country’s efforts.
SRA allocates all sugar output for domestic us
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 9, 2026 - 12:00am
The Sugar Regulatory Administration mandated that all sugar production for the 2026 to 2027 crop year will be for domestic use only due to the anticipated shortfall in sugarcane harvests.
Malaysia seeks bigger share in Philippines palm oil market
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 9, 2026 - 12:00am
Malaysia’s palm oil industry is looking to diversify its product offerings in the Philippines as it seeks to expand beyond traditional palm oil use by tapping opportunities in other sectors.
Philippines, US to revive rice trade
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 9, 2026 - 12:00am
The country is set to tap a new source of rice imports, as industry stakeholders have agreed to purchase US-grown rice beginning next year.
DA: Rice imports may breach 5 million MT
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 8, 2026 - 12:00am
The country is expected to import more than five million metric tons of rice this year to strengthen supply as domestic production is projected to decline due to the effects of El Niño, according to the Department...
USDA sees slower sales for Philippines food, beverages
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 6, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines’ food and beverage retail sales are expected to grow at a slower pace this year due to rising costs and slower consumer spending, according to the US Department of Agriculture.
Rice stocks down 8% ahead of El Niño
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 6, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines’ total rice inventory declined by eight percent in September, ahead of the potential impact of El Niño on the country’s rice production.
UA&P: Ube sector must improve planting materials, productivity
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 5, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines must improve the availability of planting materials and farm productivity to strengthen the local ube industry, according to the latest policy brief by the University of Asia and the Pacific-Center...
‘All sugar output should be reserved for domestic use’
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 4, 2026 - 12:00am
Local sugar producers have urged government to reserve all output for domestic use, citing a projected decline in supply and the need to safeguard the industry.
Data security, privacy remain barriers to AI adoption
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 4, 2026 - 12:00am
Philippine businesses are increasingly embracing AI to boost productivity, but concerns over data security and privacy continue to hamper further adoption.
Looming worker strike to cut Philex’s Padcal mine output
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 2, 2026 - 12:00am
Philex Mining Corp. expects reduced operations from its Padcal mine in Benguet, as a looming workers’ strike threatens to disrupt activities amid stalled collective bargaining talks.
Tubig Pilipinas eyes P1.8 billion from follow-on share offer
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 2, 2026 - 12:00am
Listed water infrastructure and utility company Tubig Pilipinas Holdings Inc. is planning a fundraising initiative next year to finance its projects.
Meat importers oppose pork tariff hike
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - October 2, 2026 - 12:00am
Meat importers have warned that pork prices could rise if the government imposes higher tariff on pork meat.
DA lifts poultry import ban on Albania, Indiana
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 30, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture has lifted its temporary import ban on Albania and the US state of Indiana following the resolution of their respective outbreaks of high pathogenicity avian influenza or bird...
YCO Cloud, Aolani to roll out 10,000 NVIDIA AI units in Philippines
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 30, 2026 - 12:00am
Digital infrastructure company YCO Cloud has partnered with Singapore-based firm Aolani to bring the country’s first NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs, aimed at strengthening the Philippines’ AI capacity....
NFA adopts purchase order system for palay
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 28, 2026 - 12:00am
The National Food Authority (NFA) has adopted a purchase order (PO) system for procuring locally produced palay or unmilled rice, aimed at streamlining and improving monitoring of buffer stock volumes.
DA pushes incremental pork tariff hike
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 28, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is proposing a gradual increase on imported pork duties as farmgate prices for local hogs continue to decline.
Jobstreet launches AI engine for employers
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 26, 2026 - 12:00am
Jobstreet by SEEK has introduced artificial intelligence (AI) into its platform, designed to help employers make quicker and informed recruitment decisions.
Philippines rice imports may climb to 5.7 million metric tons next year – USDA
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 26, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines may import up to 5.7 million metric tons (MT) of rice in 2027 to secure adequate stocks amid the potential decline in production due to El Niño.
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