Philippine rice Archives

Rice imports up 18% at end-April amid El Niño fears : Philippine

The Philippines increased rice imports by 18% to 1.68 million tonnes in January–April 2026, mainly from Vietnam, to offset expected production losses...

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Philippine rice crisis looms amid Mideast war; Php20/kilo campaign promise unrealised

Long queues for subsidised rice in the Philippines highlight rising food insecurity as rice prices surge amid Middle East conflict, fuel inflation...

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Philippines : Marcos orders DA to lower rice prices

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered urgent measures to lower rice prices, targeting hoarding and profiteering amid global tensions. The government is strengthening...

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Philippines : Two rice varieties pitched to farmers ahead of El Niño

PhilRice urged farmers to adopt early-maturing and drought-tolerant rice varieties ahead of a likely El Niño in late 2026. With large areas...

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Philippines keen on limiting rice imports for 90 days

The Philippines plans to curb rice imports for 90 days from June to support falling palay prices during harvest. The government aims...

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Philippines : Rice prices expected to surge to ₱62/kg amid oil crisis, DA warns

The Philippines may see rice prices rise to ₱62/kg by September due to higher fertilizer and fuel costs linked to the global...

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Philippines: Rice Crisis Looms as Super El Niño Threatens Supply in 2026

The Philippines faces a looming food security risk in 2026 as rice import projections diverge sharply. A potential Super El Niño, rising...

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Philippine President Marcos approves P50/kilo price cap on imported rice

Philippines approves ₱50/kg price cap on imported rice to curb inflation amid rising fuel costs. Government expands subsidies, boosts fuel reserves, and...