Philippine agriculture grew faster at 1.2 percent in 2023, driven by higher poultry and livestock production, increased fruit harvest, and record rice output, as reported by the Philippine Statistics Authority on January 31, 2024. In 2022, agriculture expanded by only 0.6 percent. “We are pleased that agriculture has contributed positively to growth of the economy continue reading : Philippines farm sector rose at faster clip in 2023 on poultry, livestock gains, record rice output
Palay production last year reached 20.06 million metric tons, the highest ever harvest of the Philippines’ national staple, help by better weather conditions in the last quarter of 2023. Based on data released on January 30, 2024 by the Philippine Statistics Authority, last year’s palay output was 1.5 percent higher than the 2022 volume of continue reading : PH palay output hits record high of 20.06 million MT
The Philippine government has reaffirmed its commitment to bolstering the agricultural sector, aiming to ensure a robust food supply for the nation’s population, now exceeding 117 million. This pledge was emphasized by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at the inaugural rally of Bagong Pilipinas, held at the Quirino Grandstand, Manila, on January 28, 2024. In continue reading : Bagong Pilipinas bolsters Philippine agriculture to sustain food supply for millions
