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TCB starts selling essentials including rice from Sunday

"While rice can be part of a healthy diet, there may be reasons to exclude it temporarily, such as managing carbohydrate intake," the expert said

UNFAIR TO TAXPAYERS. Agriculture deputy spokesperson Rex Estoperez slams on Tuesday (Jan. 17, 2023) government employees queuing in Kadiwa sites during office hours to buy agricultural commodities. The official said this move is unfair to taxpayers. (Photo courtesy of Radyo Pilipinas/ Screengrab) MANILA - The Department of Agriculture (DA) slammed Tuesday government employees who were reportedly lining up in Kadiwa stores during office hours. In an interview, DA deputy spokesperson Rex Estoperez...

FOOD PACKS. Photo shows the family food packs prepared by the Department of Social Welfare and Development in Bicol containing rice, sardines, corned beef, and 3-in-1 coffee ready for those who would be affected by the onslaught of Tropical Storm Odette. The agency also has a PHP5-million standby fund that can be used if additional support is needed in different areas in the region during emergencies. (Photo courtesy of Ranelle Sertan/DSWD Bicol) LEGAZPI CITY - The Department of Social Welfare a...

NEW CENTER. The Department of Agriculture opens its new Crop Biotechnology Center (CBC) in Nueva Ecija on Thursday (Sept. 30, 2021). The CBC aims to advance biotechnology research for development and innovation that will enhance the country's agriculture competitiveness and will push for food security and climate change resiliency. (DA Facebook page) MANILA - The agriculture sector can now develop, innovate, and generate various products or crops that will enhance the competitiveness of Phil...