
DA Seeks P500 Million Special Provision for Palm Oil Industry
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is requesting a special provision of P500 million for the palm oil industry in its 2027 budget to reduce import dependency. The goal is to significantly boost domestic production, aiming for 300,000 hectares and considering seed supply and organizational reforms.
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