Category : Agriculture Business


Pampanga Press Club Golf Event Supports Journalism Training

The Pampanga Press Club's 3rd Invitational Golf Tournament at Pradera Verde Golf & Country Club attracted strong support from government and corporate sponsors, ensuring funding for campus journalist training and member welfare programs.

Bankerohan Market Prices Fluctuate Amid Rising Costs

Prices of basic commodities at Bankerohan and Agdao public markets in Davao City are fluctuating this week. Vendors report that higher fuel, transport, and utility costs are offsetting post-Holy Week price drops, impacting both sellers and consumers.

Prifood and Ceronergy Partner to Lower Energy Costs

Cebu-based snack maker Prifood Corp. teams up with Corenergy to supply electricity to its Mandaue City plants, aiming to reduce operating expenses and stabilize product pricing through the Retail Aggregation Program.

CDC Suspends Fuel Royalty Fee to Support Clark Freeport

The Clark Development Corporation has suspended its ₱1 per liter royalty fee on petroleum deliveries within the Freeport to reduce costs for locators and employees, ensuring business continuity amid fuel supply challenges.

DA May Need P40B More Funds for Oil Crisis Impact

The Department of Agriculture could require an extra P40 billion in funding if the oil crisis persists, with Secretary Francisco Laurel Jr. detailing needs for fuel subsidies, fertilizer, and support for rice farmers and fisherfolk.

Philippines Rice Supply Stable Amid Global Oil Price Hike

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. confirms the Philippines maintains a robust rice supply despite rising oil prices and agricultural costs from Middle East tensions. The government has implemented measures to support farmers and ensure food s

SBMA Cuts Port Fees 5% to Ease Fuel Cost Burden, P76M Relief

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority implements tariff reductions and fee suspensions to help port users manage operational costs amid geopolitical tensions and fuel price hikes, providing an estimated P76 million in financial relief for 2026.

Central Visayas Business Registrations Fall 4.7% in 2025

Business name registrations in Central Visayas declined by 4.7 percent in 2025, dropping to 63,150 from 66,257 the previous year. This shift marks a transition from post-pandemic expansion to a period of economic caution as entrepreneurs face rising costs

Otso Cantos Gin Launches in Davao, Targets Mindanao Market

Otso Cantos, a rising Philippine gin brand, officially entered the Mindanao market with a launch event in Davao City. Led by founder Hon. Prospero 'Butch' Pichay Jr., the brand aims to expand distribution and create business opportunities across the regio

Central Visayas Micro-Retail Rebounds Post-Earthquake

Central Visayas' micro-retail sector recovered robustly after a 6.9-magnitude earthquake in 2025, with sales surging by December. Provincial economies are now outpacing urban centers as key growth drivers, according to Packworks data.

DA Assures Stable Supply for P20 Rice Program

The Department of Agriculture guarantees sufficient rice stocks for the subsidized P20 per kilo program as demand spikes, implementing online registration to prevent abuse and ensure vulnerable sectors benefit.

Cebu Fuel Crisis Raises Food and Retail Prices

Rising fuel costs and inefficient logistics in Cebu are increasing prices for food and retail goods, threatening household budgets and local economic recovery. Experts urge reforms like shared trucking and digital tracking to offset global oil volatility.

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