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Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr.

Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. is the current Secretary of the Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines, overseeing initiatives to stabilize food prices, enhance agricultural production, and strengthen local food systems. He has implemented measures such as import bans on pork from countries affected by African Swine Fever and introduced programs like the P20-per-kilo rice scheme to support vulnerable households. His efforts aim to protect the agricultural sector, ensure food security, and promote sustainable farming practices across the country.

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Mon, December 8, 2025 at 3:01 PM

DA bans pork imports from Taiwan amid ASF outbreak

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has temporarily banned the importation of live pigs and pork products from Taiwan following an African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak there.

Wed, December 3, 2025 at 11:44 AM

PH imposes ban on Spanish pork due to ASF

The Philippines is imposing a ban on pork products originating from Spain due to the detection of African Swine Fever (ASF) cases in the European country.

Sun, November 30, 2025 at 5:27 PM

DA sets P120/kg SRP for onions to curb price surges

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has set a suggested retail price (SRP) of P120 per kilogram for both red and white onions, effective December 1, to curb price surges driven by increased holiday demand.

Thu, November 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM

Agri chief calls First Lady rice price allegations 'fabricated lies'

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. dismissed claims by former Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy Co that he halted a House inquiry into rice prices due to a confidential report implicating the First Lady, calling them 'fabricated lies.'

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 3:14 PM

Ex-Ako Bicol Rep. Co claims First Lady intervened in rice, onion price probes

Resigned Ako Bicol Representative Elizaldy Co has accused First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos of intervening in congressional inquiries concerning the rising prices of rice and onions.

Mon, November 24, 2025 at 12:00 AM

DA launches P20 Benteng Bigas registry to aid 15M households by 2026

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has launched the P20 Benteng Bigas Masterlist Registry System, a digital platform designed to streamline the P20-per-kilo rice program.

Tue, November 18, 2025 at 6:43 PM

US confirms tariff exemptions for Philippine coconut, pineapple, and banana exports worth over $1 billion

The United States has confirmed continued tariff exemptions for key Philippine agricultural products, including coconuts, pineapples, and bananas, covering over $1 billion in export value as of 2024.

Sun, November 16, 2025 at 5:07 PM

DA to launch P20/kilo rice program for 150,000 Clark workers starting Dec 1

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to expand its P20-per-kilo rice program to the Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone, aiming to benefit over 150,000 workers there.

Thu, November 13, 2025 at 6:22 PM

Charoen Pokphand Foods Philippines Corp. to invest $1 billion in hog production expansion

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced that Charoen Pokphand Foods Philippines Corp. (CPF) plans to invest $1 billion over five years to expand its hog production capacity in the Philippines.

Wed, November 12, 2025 at 12:58 PM

DA expects 20% savings in farm-to-market road construction starting 2026

The Department of Agriculture (DA) anticipates saving at least 20% on construction costs by taking over the development of farm-to-market roads (FMR) from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) starting in 2026.