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The Philippine government is observing falling farmgate, wholesale, and retail rice prices alongside stable production levels in early 2025. This advisory examines national and local market trends, presents key data on imports and harvest performance, and highlights strategic R&D initiatives to improve rice productivity and resilience through biotechnology and sustainable farming practices. Source:PhilStar Rice Price …

From Market Drop to Market Aid: Tracking Rice Market Trends Read More »

Amid soaring imported rice prices, the Philippine government declared a Food Security Emergency, enforcing price controls, releasing NFA stocks, supporting local farmers, enhancing logistics, and promoting agricultural innovation for long-term stability. Source: GMA News Reported Price Surge of Imported Rice  The  Department of Agriculture (DA), through its price monitoring body Bantay Presyo, reported that the …

Food Security Emergency Declared: Addressing Imported Rice Price Surge and Stabilizing Rice Market Read More »

Explore the latest trends in the Philippine rice market, where high retail prices persist despite rising imports. Government interventions aim to stabilize prices, addressing production declines and discrepancies impacting consumers and local farmers. Image Source: PhilStar High Rice Retail Prices Amid High Rice Imports On November 4, 2024, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. expressed …

Philippine Rice Market Dynamics: Tackling High Retail Prices Amid Surging Imports and Production Declines Read More »

Explore 2024 trends in rice production and prices, the effects of reduced tariffs, updates on rice imports, and government initiatives to enhance production. Image Source: Business World Decrease in Local Production of Rice On August 28, 2024, the Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) raised concerns about stagnant rice production …

2024 Rice Production and Price Trends, Decreasing Imports, and Initiatives to Improve Yield Read More »

Discover key updates in the Philippine rice sector: increase in farmgate price, tariff cuts for lower prices, active NFA rice procurement efforts, the revival of historic terraces, enhancement of rice root systems, and innovative biogas solutions. Image Source: Inquirer Increased Farmgate Price of Unmilled Rice On June 14, 2024, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported …

Philippine Rice Updates: Increased Farmgate Price, Tariff Cuts, NFA Procurement, Terrace Revival, Rice Root System Enhancement, and Biogas Innovation 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 …

Navigating Challenges and Opportunities: Current Dynamics in the Philippine Rice Industry 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 »

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 »