Animal Kingdom Foundation questions if the reward might lead untrained locals to capture strays unsafely.
DOST and PhilRice study rice genetics to develop drought-tolerant varieties.
The Spanish-derived word is a traditional unit of measurement for grains.
OPINION: Philippine rice wins global recognition, but farmers still struggle to earn a decent living
The Philippines earned bronze for its Dinorado rice at the 2026 World’s Best Rice contest.
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The government is proposing ₱69.9 billion for rice programs in 2027, but the real test will be whether farmers earn more, production costs fall, and consumers see lower prices.
Breadfruit provides substantially more dietary fiber and is a source of vitamin C, potassium and other minerals.
Filipinos waste ₱24.4 billion worth of rice every year.
Rice and rice-based products account for around half of Filipinos’ daily energy intake, raising concerns over unbalanced diets and excessive carbohydrate consumption.
Farmers and residents on Sibuyan Island fear a proposed nickel mine could contaminate water sources, damage rice fields, and threaten livelihoods.
