NSC on Rice and Other Food Staples convenes to update members on RCEF 2.0, drones, irrigation, urgent farmer concerns

The National Sectoral Committee on Rice and Other Staples held its second-quarter regular meeting on May 28, 2025, via Zoom, addressing critical issues and updates on the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) programs and projects in the rice industry.  The discussions focused on the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) phase 2.0 rollout, advancements in irrigation and continue reading…

NSCs, AFCs, and PCAF thank Sec. Alcala for six-year outstanding support

In the joint meeting of the National Sectoral Committees (NSCs) officers and Regional Agricultural Fishery Councils (RAFCs) chairpersons on June 06, 2016, Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Proceso Alcala was given a commendation for his invaluable support and recognition for participatory governance in the DA development processes at the Apacible Hall, DA Compound, in Quezon City. continue reading…