Philippine Dairy Output Surges 21% in H1 on Investments, Gov't Demand
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Philippine Dairy Output Surges 21% in H1 on Investments, Gov't Demand

Philippine domestic dairy production rose 21.2% to 25.38 million liters in the first half of 2026, driven by sustained investments and increased government demand for nutrition and feeding programs.

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