NFA: Rice imports vital for food security amid private sector US import plans
The National Food Authority (NFA) of the Philippines stated that private sector-led rice import plans from the United States are necessary to maintain the country's food security. The agency explained that local production only covers about 70-78% of domestic demand, and imports are crucial to fill supply gaps and stabilize prices.
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