Economy
NFA flagged by COA over rice buffer stock shortage, procurement issues
The Commission on Audit (COA) flagged the National Food Authority (NFA) for failing to meet its mandated rice buffer stock for 2025, citing issues with procurement shortfalls, higher-than-average purchase prices, and deterioration of aged rice stocks. The NFA Administrator cited funding constraints and the need for legal amendments.
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