Alarm raised over 3-year, continuing decline in harvests, fish catch
The decline in agri-fisheries output last year marked the third straight year of contraction, following the -1.7 percent and -1.2 percent in 2021 and 2020.
Agriculture
Rising farming cost can threaten food security
The paper says the government must ensure proper regulation to ensure no one can take advantage of the vulnerability of farmers and ordinary customers.
Onion prices worldwide much lower, deepen questions on incredulous costs in Philippines
The Department of Agriculture’s price monitoring showed that as of January 23, a kilogram of locally grown onions cost P200-P350 (US$3.70-6.40) in local markets.
Cartels suspected behind ‘artificial’ onion prices: Philippines politician
According to government data, the difference in demand and supply for onions was only about 7 per cent, which seemed to indicate that external forces, such as cartels, were in…
S. Korea’s kimchi imports hit new high in 2022
The on-year growth rate was the highest since the 53.8 percent surge recorded in 2010.
India may keep lid on sugar exports
India had exported a record 11 million tonnes in the previous season, but has only allowed sugar mills to export only 6.1 million tonnes in the current season so far.
Bird’s nest farm registrations low as China exports eyed
Cambodian-made edible bird’s nests are not only sold domestically, but also exported to bordering countries, reaching the Chinese market via Vietnam.
Young entrepreneur turns dragon fruit struggles into successful business
From the success of naturally fermented dragon fruit juice, 31-year-old Tran Thi Kim Linh continues to research and has 13 other products made from dragon fruit such as wine,…
Cakes, pastries to cost more as egg prices rise
Since 2022, the Marcos administration has been struggling to keep down food prices and ensuring an adequate supply of some key commodities, including red onions and sugar.
Roots keep leaf lettuce alive, bringing the farm to the table
As the product is sold in a pot that contains water and nutrients, it stays fresh longer than ordinary lettuce.