Clarizel Joy Jamille Gomez

This article discusses the optimistic outlook for livestock output and stable retail prices despite feed shortages, highlighting strategies, challenges, and updates on the African Swine Fever vaccine rollout. Expected Livestock Output and Issue on Production of Feeds  On May 7, 2024, Agriculture Undersecretary Deogracias Victor B. Savellano expressed his optimism regarding an anticipated rise in …

Livestock Output Optimism and Stable Retail Prices Amid Feed Shortages: Strategies, Challenges, and Vaccine Updates Read More »

Discover the complexities of the current Philippine rice industry amid decreasing yields and farmgate prices, rising imports, and government interventions. Image Source: Department of Agriculture Decreasing Rice Yields and Farmgate Prices On April 30, 2024, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) forecasted that rice production in the Philippines will decrease in 2024 and 2025 due to …

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Discover recent updates in the Philippine pork industry, covering declining local supply due to African Swine Fever, rising imports, escalating prices, and government initiatives. Image Source: Philippine Star Decrease in Local Pork Supply On April 22, 2024, the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) reported a 13.5% decrease in the frozen pork inventory in the Philippines, …

Pork Plight in the Philippines: ASF Impact, Import Surge, and Market Strain Read More »

Learn about the recent developments in the Philippine rice industry, focusing on production estimates, price fluctuations, government support initiatives, market opportunities, and a collaborative effort to address pest infestations. Image Source: Philippine Star Expected Output and Fluctuating Prices On April 16, 2024, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) released their estimates on the production of palay …

Rice Industry Developments: Market Trends, NFA Support, and Biocontrol Initiatives Read More »

Learn about the devastating impacts of the current El Niño phenomenon on the Philippine agriculture sector. Find out how communities come together during this crisis, from declaring states of calamity to dealing with significant agricultural losses. Explore the urgent actions being taken to lessen the widespread effects of the situation. Image Source: Rappler Philippine Drought …

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Livestock and poultry face threats from bird flu and rabies outbreaks. Swine industry initiatives aim to counter African Swine Fever and El Niño effects, supporting farmers amid challenges. Image Source: Department of Agriculture (DA) Bird Flu Alert and El Niño Heatwave Effects in Poultry On March 31, 2024, two municipalities established task forces to prevent …

Bird Flu Alert, Rabies Outbreak, and Swine Industry Initiatives Read More »

Discover recent developments in the Philippine fisheries sector, including a notable rise in fish catch and substantial infrastructure investments. Image Source: The Philippine Star Increase in Volume of Fish Catch  On March 25, 2024, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) reported that the country’s volume of fish caught in the West Philippine Sea …

Philippine Fisheries March Updates: Catch Increase, Port Investment, and Holy Week Price Surge Read More »

Recent developments in Philippine swine and poultry management, covering poultry import bans, expanded sourcing of meat imports, and calls for pork price controls. Image Source: Department of Agriculture (DA) Ban on Poultry Imports from Sweden and Czech On March 21, 2024, the Department of Agriculture (DA) imposed temporary bans on poultry imports from Sweden and …

Recent Measures in Livestock and Poultry Management: Bans, Price Controls, and Import Strategies Read More »

The Philippines’ efforts to secure rice supply amidst natural adversities, increased imports, and inflation highlighting government measures and trade negotiations to safeguard local production and address market challenges. Image Source: IRRI Securing Supply Amid El Niño, the Department of Agriculture confirmed on March 2, 2024 the Philippines’ healthy rice stock, exceeding 20 million metric tons …

Rice Security in the Philippines: Current Government Measures, Trade Deals, and Inflation Challenges Read More »