Category : Agricultural Impact


Cebu Food Bank Grows from Home Project to Global Partner

The Cebu Food Bank, founded by Governor Pamela Baricuatro, has evolved from a home-based feeding program into a major anti-hunger initiative. It now partners with the Global FoodBanking Network and sources supplies from donations, while legal complaints a

Davao Free Bus Rides Continue Amid Fuel Surge, Land Delays

Davao City extends free bus rides as fuel prices rise, while land acquisition issues delay the Davao Bus Project's first phase to 2027. The P76-billion initiative aims to transform public transport with electric buses and smart technology.

LTFRB 7 Extends Fuel Subsidy Deadline to March 23

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) 7 has extended the deadline for drivers and operators to complete requirements for the government's fuel subsidy program until March 23, 2026. Beneficiaries must have an active e-wallet acco

RA 9003: 26 Years of Plans, No Action in Cebu

A forum in Cebu City highlighted the failure of LGUs to implement the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act, with former DENR Secretary Elisea Gozun criticizing poor execution and the Binaliw landfill tragedy.

DA-Davao Gives Horses to Farmers for Remote Crop Hauling

The Department of Agriculture-Davao's Livestock Program has distributed four horses to the Balukot Farmers Association to help transport corn, bananas, and root crops from mountainous farms where mechanized transport is impractical.

Balanga Residents Get Affordable Rice via Kadiwa Store

Approximately 600 residents in Barangay Cupang Proper, Balanga City, received 10 kilograms each of subsidized rice through the Kadiwa ng Pangulo rolling store initiative, part of a broader government effort to enhance food security and reduce household co

House Approves National Food Security Day Bill

The House of Representatives passed House Bill No. 8042, designating October 16 as National Food Security Day to combat hunger and high food prices through government-led initiatives.

Cebu City Seeks Cease Order for Monterrazas Over Permits

The Cebu City Environment and Natural Resources Office has recommended a cease-and-desist order against Monterrazas de Cebu for lacking environmental permits, following inspections and complaints about the high-end residential project.

Cebu City's March 15 Deadline to Clear SRP Waste Crisis

Cebu City faces a March 15 deadline to remove rotting waste from the South Road Properties, aiming to save its tourism hub. The temporary trash site has caused a stench, driving away diners and harming local businesses, with plans to relocate to Inayawan.

Cebu Veterinary Shortage Puts Animal and Public Health at Risk

Cebu's Provincial Veterinary Office struggles to fill 11 positions, including 7 for veterinarians, as young professionals prefer private clinics. With only 10 of 53 LGUs having resident vets, rabies control and disease surveillance are compromised.

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