DAVAO CITY --- The 1st Philippine Asia Durian Summit had officially kicked on Wednesday at the SMX Convention Center, it was attended by farmers and stakeholders from tourism and agriculture. The three-day event will end on Friday October 27. Themed as 'Exploring Culture through Durian Tourism" the summit aimed at fostering the growth and development of the durian … [Read more...] about 1st Philippine Asia Durian Summit kicks off
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Preserving tradition: Lut cooking in the culinary soul of Davao Oriental
DAVAO ORIENTAL – Julius Manaungsong, a resident of Baganga, Davao Oriental, is preserving the tradition of cooking lut, a traditional Mandaya tribal dish prepared using cut bamboo, to the delight of locals. Julius uses both pork and chicken for his lut, a dish characterized by the meticulous use of bamboo stalks. The meat is seasoned with salt and spices and placed inside … [Read more...] about Preserving tradition: Lut cooking in the culinary soul of Davao Oriental
BBM pledges to support rice industry growth and farmers’ welfare
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. made a commitment to prioritize the growth of the rice industry while ensuring the welfare of both farmers and consumers in his address at the 6th International Rice Congress on Monday. Speaking at the congress, President Marcos emphasized the Philippines' continuous efforts to address rice-related concerns through a comprehensive … [Read more...] about BBM pledges to support rice industry growth and farmers’ welfare
President Marcos orders gov’t to use excess RCEF collections to aid rice farmers
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Agriculture (DA) to employ the surplus collections from the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) to support rice farmers, aiming to enhance rice production and supply within the Philippines. During a recent meeting with DA officials, President Marcos emphasized that the RCEF's surplus … [Read more...] about President Marcos orders gov’t to use excess RCEF collections to aid rice farmers
President Marcos calls on Filipinos to unite against rice smugglers and hoarders
AKLAN – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has issued a plea to the Filipino citizens, urging them to join the government's efforts to combat rice smugglers and hoarders, whose actions disrupt the supply and demand dynamics of this essential staple in the market. During his address at the rice distribution event held at the Augusto Legaspi Memorial Sports and Cultural Center … [Read more...] about President Marcos calls on Filipinos to unite against rice smugglers and hoarders
