Meat imports up 3 percent in Q1 philstar.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from philstar.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
FILIPINO consumers already reeling from higher inflation could again be at the receiving end of the proposed increase in port storage fees, according to local economists. Former Tariff Commissioner George Manzano told BusinessMirror the increase in port storage fees could be inflationary, given the country’s dependence on imported goods. Manzano noted…
Mixed reactions arise as Francisco Tiu Laurel's appointment as Secretary of Agriculture is challenged by fishermen's group. Calls to renounce importation policies and prioritize local food producers are made, as imported fishery products negatively impact livelihoods. Assistance during natural calamities and production subsidies are also demanded. On the other hand, agricultural groups welcome Laurel's appointment and express support for his leadership. Find out more about the implications of this appointment. (10,000 characters)
Meat traders, importers ask gov t to ease import rules inquirer.net - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from inquirer.net Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.