Members of the RCEF Extension team took part in the annual review and planning workshop to brace themselves for an optimal execution of program plans on Dec. 6-8 at the St. Isidore The FARMer Resort, Sta. Ana, Pampanga.  Dr. Karen Eloisa Barroga reflected on achievements and areas for improvements, and challenged the group to be agile and to work as a team.  She also emphasized the importance of engaging stakeholders […]

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr.  has underscored the need for a science-based approach to enhance local food security and  lessen reliance on imports during the Ugnay Palay: 35th National Rice R4DE Conference in Nueva Ecija, Nov. 29. In his keynote address, the freshly confirmed cabinet member said, “Our ultimate goal is to swiftly reduce rice imports for food security and efficiency. We also aim to inspire a new generation […]

PhilRice heightened its BeRICEponsible advocacy during the National Rice Awareness Month (NRAM) conducted every November to encourage the public practice the “ABKD” of rice consumption.  To  “Be RICEponsible,” Filipinos are encouraged to follow the “ABKD”: A – Adlay, mais, saba, atbp. ay ihalo sa kanin (Mix rice with other food staples), B – Brown rice ay kainin (Eat brown rice or unpolished rice), K – Kanin ay huwag sayangin (Eat […]