Philippines Weighs Major Rice Imports Amid Severe Weather Disruptions

Philippine agricultural authorities warn that drought and monsoon-related crop damage could force the country to import up to five million tons of rice. Despite these challenges, officials maintain that current stockpiles are sufficient to meet domestic demand through the end of the year.

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Rice imports may hit 5M tons amid drought, monsoon risks – DA

MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines may need to import as much as five million metric tons of rice to secure stocks as storms, monsoon rains, and a developing El Niño drought threaten the harvest, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said on Tuesday. At a congressional briefing on the 2027 budget, Tiu Laurel said the

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Philippines Weighs Major Rice Imports Amid Severe Weather Disruptions

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Rice imports may hit 5M tons amid drought, monsoon risks – DA

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