Cebu Waste Crisis: Citizen Action Beyond Government
Following the Binaliw landfill tragedy, Cebu City faces a severe waste management challenge. This article explores practical home-based solutions like segregation and composting to ease the burden.
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Cebu Launches Data-Driven Cleanliness Drive
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro signs Executive Order No. 3, mandating all barangays, cities, and municipalities to publicly report waste management data to curb littering and improve sanitation.
Cebu City Garbage Crisis: Neighbors Refuse Waste, Costs Soar
Cebu City faces a severe waste management crisis after neighboring towns reject its garbage, forcing emergency measures and sparking debate over long-term solutions following the Binaliw landfill tragedy.
Cebu Creates Task Force for Marine and Agri-Food Safety
Governor Pamela Baricuatro signs Executive Order No. 1, establishing PTF-MAFS to coordinate rapid responses to food-borne illnesses and contamination events in Cebu.
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Cebu Councilor Seeks Justice for Landfill Tragedy
Cebu City Councilor Pastor 'Jun' Alcover Jr. calls for accountability in the Binaliw landfill disaster that killed 36 workers, urging a special investigation into regulatory failures and operator negligence.
Davao City Food Prices Stay High After Holidays
Rice, eggs, and seafood prices in Davao City wet markets remain elevated weeks after the holiday season, with local rice varieties showing increases and supply issues affecting seafood availability.
EU Ambassadors, MinDA Deepen Mindanao Engagement in Bukidnon
EU Ambassadors visited Bukidnon with MinDA to strengthen peace and development via the SPADe project, focusing on coffee value chains and cooperatives. See how this partnership drives investment.
Cebu's Adopt-a-Farm Program Aims to Revive Rural Economy
Governor Pamela Baricuatro signs executive orders for the Adopt-a-Farm Program and a new Agriculture Council to accelerate Cebu's post-disaster recovery and ensure long-term food security.
Army Establishes Demo Farm for MNLF Community in Sulu
The Army's 104th Infantry Battalion sets up a vegetable and root crop demonstration farm in a Sulu MNLF community, empowering 30 members with farming skills for food security and income.
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Cebu Gov Orders Boost Farm Recovery, Food Security
Governor Pamela Baricuatro institutionalizes Adopt-a-Farm Program and a new Agri-Fishery Council to rehabilitate disaster-hit farms and ensure long-term food security in Cebu.
Cow Thief Caught in Argao, Cebu After 1-Km Chase
A cattle rustler in Argao, Cebu was apprehended by residents after a suspicious neighbor questioned the owner about selling his P50,000 cow. Read the full story of the community-led chase and arrest.
P1.8M DAR Truck Boosts Zamboanga Sibugay Rubber Coop
The Department of Agrarian Reform empowers a Zamboanga Sibugay cooperative with a new P1.8 million truck to enhance hauling and income. See how this aids local farmers.
Zamboanga Sibugay Farmers Get Land Titles, Debt Relief
Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay receive land titles and Certificates of Condonation, boosting land tenure security and farmer empowerment. Read more.
$12B Farmer Bailout a 'Tariff Disaster' - US Editorial
A major US editorial criticizes Trump's $12 billion farmer payout as proof of failed trade policies. Discover the economic fallout and global implications.
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Japan's 11th Bird Flu Outbreak Hits Hokkaido Farm
Japan confirms its 11th avian influenza case this season at a Hokkaido farm, leading to the culling of thousands of chickens. Learn about the outbreak's impact and containment measures.
44 Sulu Residents Get 2nd TUGON Livelihood Assistance
The 1103rd Infantry Brigade and MILG-Sulu awarded the second tranche of Project TUGON livelihood aid to 44 beneficiaries in Patikul, Sulu, reinforcing government support for peace and development.
P1.2M Rice Mill Turnover in Zamboanga del Sur
DAR empowers Zamboanga del Sur farmers with a P1.2 million mobile rice mill to cut losses and boost livelihood. See how this SuRE ARC project drives sustainable agriculture.
Rice Crisis Threatens National Food Sovereignty
Experts warn the rice crisis, fueled by low farmgate prices and high imports, threatens national sovereignty. A 5-point plan calls for urgent reform to save Filipino farmers and ensure food security. #FoodSovereignty #SaveFarmers
PCA Offers Free Health Services to Lamitan Coconut Farmers
The Philippine Coconut Authority brings free medical checkups and consultations to Lamitan City, Basilan from Dec 18-20, 2025, prioritizing the health of coconut farmers and their families.
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16 Irrigation Projects Handed to Zamboanga Farmers
The National Irrigation Administration transfers 16 completed projects to Zamboanga Irrigators' Associations, boosting water access and farm productivity for sustainable agriculture.
Tawi-Tawi Farmers Get Agri Aid from Mafar-Barmm
The Ministry of Agriculture in BARMM provides vital farming inputs and equipment to the Lambog Farmers Association in Tawi-Tawi to enhance cassava production, livestock, and livelihoods. Discover how this support aims to build a sustainable farming system
Kalinaw SEMR Seeks Livelihood for 300+ Former Rebel Groups
Kalinaw SEMR, a peace group of former rebels, prioritizes sustainable income projects for over 300 affiliate organizations in Davao Region. Government programs like E-CLIP and BDP provide crucial support.
Masantol Fishers Receive ₱3K Fuel Aid, Boats from BFAR
167 fishermen in Masantol, Pampanga received ₱3,000 fuel subsidy and new fiberglass boats from BFAR and the local government to boost livelihood and the fisheries sector.
DAR-NIR Gives 7,798 Land Titles, P1.79B Debt Condonation
DAR Negros Island Region empowers thousands of farmers with land titles, P67.6M in farm aid, and P1.79B debt condonation. See how agrarian reform transforms lives.
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Senators Sound Alarm on Agri Smuggling Syndicates
Philippine senators warn that organized agricultural smuggling, involving foreign groups and dummy firms, is undermining food security and national stability. Urgent reforms are demanded.
Food Scrap Feeding Poses Risks to Philippine Hogs
Backyard hog farmers using food scraps risk animal health and economic losses. Experts recommend composting instead to prevent disease transmission and protect livestock.
Cassava Processing Project Boosts Basilan Women
Army battalion and NGO empower Basilan women with cassava processing facility, creating sustainable livelihood opportunities in Tumahubong community. Read more.
Monterrazas Cebu Landslide Threat After DENR Stoppage
Former Cebu planning director warns Monterrazas de Cebu faces immediate landslide threat due to exposed excavations. Tropical depression Verbena compounds the danger.
Solar Water Pumps Boost Zamboanga del Sur Farming
Two farmer associations in Zamboanga del Sur receive P400,000 solar-powered water pumps from DAR, boosting climate-resilient agriculture and livelihoods. Read more!
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Philippines Rice Production Stagnates, Deficit at 18%
New research reveals Philippines rice production stagnant since 2017 with 18% consumption gap. Regional disparities show path forward for food security.
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