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Adrian Kenneth Halili
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Ube industry growth stalled by supply gaps
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 16, 2026 - 12:00am
Supply constraints could limit further growth in the Philippines’ ube industry amid the growing demand for purple yam in overseas markets.
URC initiative delivers gains for local farmers
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 15, 2026 - 12:00am
Universal Robina Corp. has expanded its farmer support program to help local potato growers improve harvests and tap wider market opportunities.
DA, DPWH to construct P71 million farm-to-market roads in Tarlac
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 15, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture and the Department of Public Works and Highways are set to construct P71.5 million worth of farm-to-market roads in Tarlac.
More beef imports expected next year
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 15, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines is likely to import more beef next year amid rising demand and the lack of appropriate domestic production, the US Department of Agriculture said.
Philippines to import higher percentage broken rice amid global uptick
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 14, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines may face stiffer competition for broken rice imports, as higher demand from China and other importers are causing global supply to tighten.
Government suspends shipments of raw ube
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 14, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has suspended the exportation of fresh ube or purple yam, a move expected to protect the country’s much-needed planting materials.
Philippines agri-startups want a taste of Taiwan market
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 13, 2026 - 12:00am
Ten local agri-startups and micro-agripreneurs are pushing to gain a footing in the Taiwanese market and expand international buyers and investors for their products and technologies, the Department of Agricult...
ASEAN oil stockpile plan gains traction
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 13, 2026 - 12:00am
A regional study on the joint stockpiling of oil within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations could be completed by November, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said.
Nickel Asia unit buys 20 percent of Kazakhstan copper mine
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 12, 2026 - 12:00am
A unit of listed mining firm Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC) has completed the acquisition of a 20-percent stake in a Kazakhstani copper mine, as it broadens its mining portfolio amid the all-time high price for the mi...
Higher water bills coming next month
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 12, 2026 - 12:00am
Higher water bills loom for Metro Manila consumers starting next month, as regulators have adjusted rates for Maynilad Water Services Inc. and Manila Water Co. Inc. tied to peso-dollar movements.
Up to 300,000 hectares eyed to boost palm oil production
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 11, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture is looking to develop about 300,000 hectares of palm oil plantations to boost local production and reduce dependence on imports.
Ex-transport chief Bautista joins Atlas Mining board
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 11, 2026 - 12:00am
Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corp. has added former transportation secretary Jaime Bautista to its board of directors as the company undergoes a major restructuring in its business operations.
Philippines generates $290 million sales from Hong Kong fruit expo
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 10, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines generated $290.71 million in export sales from its participation in the 2026 Asia Fruit Logistica event in Hong Kong, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).
‘Philippines to bear brunt of El Niño next year’
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 10, 2026 - 12:00am
The incoming El Niño could deal a sharper blow to the country’s rice supply and production once the weather disturbance fully sets in next year, the Department of Agriculture said.
Philippines pushes zero tariffs on banana exports to Japan
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 8, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines is pressing for zero tariffs on its banana exports to Japan as it finalizes a bilateral trade agreement, the Department of Trade and Industry  said.
El Niño impact on rice harvest seen lessening
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 7, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture has revised its rice production projections, narrowing the potential El Niño-induced decline this year to about 400,000 metric tons (MT).
DMCI pours in over P160 million for Berong mine rehab
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 7, 2026 - 12:00am
DMCI Mining Corp. has invested more than P160 million for the rehabilitation of its Berong nickel mine in Palawan, as the company completes the work ahead of schedule.
Philippine bans meat from 23 countries
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 5, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has banned meat products from 23 countries due to concern over the spread of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the local animal industry.
Mavic Development expands co-working space portfolio
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 4, 2026 - 12:00am
MANILA, Philippines —  Mavic Development Inc., operator of flexible workspace MSpaces, has expanded its portfolio with a second co?working branch in Makati City, part of its push to offer competitively...
P20 billion animal competitiveness fund likely available by 2028
by Adrian Kenneth Halili - September 4, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture may fully tap the P20-billion fund for the animal industry by 2028, delaying a legally mandated support for the country’s livestock and poultry sector.
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