Day: July 1, 2025

Manila: In line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to ensure that all Filipinos affected by disasters will never get hungry, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) continues to strengthen its relief supply chains and logistic capabilities through the “Buong Bansa Handa” (BBH) Program. According to Philippines News Agency, Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao of the DSWD’s Disaster Response Management Group emphasized the urgency of this initiative during the National Press Club’s Meet the Press forum in Intramuros, Manila. Dumlao highlighted the Philippines’ vulnerability to disasters, as reflected in its ranking as number one in the

Manila: Senators have introduced legislation advocating for public participation in the budget deliberations of the bicameral conference committee, emphasizing the necessity for transparency in the process. Manila: Senators have introduced legislation advocating for public participation in the budget deliberations of the bicameral conference committee, emphasizing the necessity for transparency in the process. According to Philippines News Agency, Senator Panfilo Lacson has submitted a bill aimed at institutionalizing the involvement of civil society organizations in the formulation of the national budget. Currently, both the Senate and House of Representatives permit public observation of budget proposal proceedings, but discussions during the bicameral

Bicol: The National Nutrition Council in Bicol (NNC-5) has called on local chief executives in the region to prioritize health and nutrition programs as they begin their terms in office. Director Emerenciana Francia, NNC-5 Officer-in-Charge, emphasized the crucial role local leaders play in strengthening initiatives to tackle malnutrition. According to Philippines News Agency, Francia highlighted the responsibilities of local leaders in chairing local nutrition committees, whether as governors, mayors, or barangay leaders. She stressed the need for a functional committee, which involves creating a timely plan that includes both nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive programs, as well as enabling programs developed by

Butuan city: The Department of Agriculture in the Caraga Region (DA-13) reported that 96 of the 2,280 Philippine Good Agricultural Practices (PhilGAP)-certified farms are now operating in the region. “These farms follow the four pillars of PhilGAP farming: Food safety, produce quality, environmental conservation, and workers’ health, safety, and welfare,” DA-13 Regional Executive Director Arlan Mangelen said during a press briefing here. According to Philippines News Agency, certified PhilGAP farms in Caraga collectively cover approximately 537.4 hectares of farmland. The implementation of PhilGAP is governed by Republic Act No. 10611, which strengthens the Food Safety Regulatory System in the country,

Baguio city: The Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDev) expressed confidence that the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) will be able to obtain assistance from other regions to preserve and protect its environment. “We in the regional development council have been asking the Department of Energy to increase our share from the hydropower plants so that we have more to use for environment and forest protection effort,” Jose Dado, officer-in-charge of DEPDev-CAR, stated during a press conference marking the launch of the Cordillera Month celebration. According to Philippines News Agency, Dado emphasized that such a request requires congressional action and