Zamboanga City, NFA Ink P15-M Deal to Bolster Farmer Support
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Zamboanga City, NFA Ink P15-M Deal to Bolster Farmer Support

Zamboanga City has allocated PHP15 million for a 2026 incentive program offering qualified palay farmers an additional PHP8 per kilogram purchased by the National Food Authority (NFA), aiming to boost farmer income and ensure stable rice supply.

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