Day: June 18, 2025

Manila: The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced plans to implement labeling for retail pork by August. This initiative aims to inform consumers about the origin of the pork they purchase, distinguishing between locally produced and imported products. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. made this announcement during a market inspection at the Paco public market in Manila, highlighting the need for transparency in product labeling. According to Philippines News Agency, the DA is also instructing retailers to ensure proper ice provision for displayed frozen imported pork to maintain its quality and safety. The department is setting a maximum suggested retail

Bi±an City: Julio Naredo of Quezon City aims for another successful campaign in the Fortheo Cup National Junior Tennis Championships which kicks off Thursday at the South City Recreational Sports Center courts in Bi±an City, Laguna. According to Philippines News Agency, Naredo earned the Most Valuable Player award in the Fortheo Cup leg in Valenzuela City last week for dominating the boys’ U16 and U18 categories. He demolished Ole Paulsen, 6-0, 6-0, in the U16 final before pulling off a 6-3, 6-0 victory over Reden Escultor Jr. in their U18 title showdown. In the Laguna leg, Naredo is the No.