MANILA (November 18) — The passage of the Rice Tariffication Bill will give farmers "a fighting chance" by boosting their productivity and ensuring that they become competitive with other farmers from neighboring ASEAN countries. Senator Cynthia Villar, principal author of the bill which was approved on third and final reading last week, said the move will not only … [Read more...] about Rice Tarrification to provide support to farmers
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Prices of rice in Zamboanga City hits P70 per kilo
DAVAO CITY (August 23) --- Residents in Zamboanga City are up in arms against the spiraling cost of rice sold at P50 to 70 due to rice hoarders and rice manipulators. Residents from the provinces of of Zamboanga, Basilan , Tawi-tawi and neighboring municipalities need to endure the high prices for lack of choice but they are demanding for the Department of Agriculture … [Read more...] about Prices of rice in Zamboanga City hits P70 per kilo
President Duterte to Unmask Rice Hoarders, Cartel
METRO MANILA (July 24)- President Rodrigo R. Duterte has directed all intelligence agencies to unmask those behind the operation of rice hoarding and cartel which has led to artificial rice shortage and subsequently, the increase in its price. He also warned rice hoarders, cartels and their protectors to disengage from their operators or face the full force of the law. … [Read more...] about President Duterte to Unmask Rice Hoarders, Cartel
