By Rose de la Cruz The reduced import tariff on rice —  which government hoped would redound to lower retail prices —  was only benefitting rice traders. Raul Montemayor, national manager of the Federation of Free Farmers,  claimed  importers are cornering much of the value from the lowering of tariffs with prices not falling as much as they should. “Right …

There is no question that using aerial sprays through drones in applying fertilizers and pesticides in expansive areas could cut costs and would be more efficient. However, it would  spread the toxic substances  much faster than the traditional manual spraying and scattering of these chemicals. Hence,more farm families would be  reporting respiratory illnesses and other health issues in the coming …

Camarines Sur Rep. LRay Villafuerte, whose province was hardest hit by severe Tropical Storm Kristine, is pushing the country’s bid to access financing from the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FrLD) of the United Nations after the country was hit by a six-cyclone series in October and November.  He said the fund, created by the UN Framework Convention …

Expect prices of local avocados to soar higher. With Japan  set to import big volumes of this highly-nutricious and medicinal fruit, dometic prices of avocados are expected to increase even more.   The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI), an attached agency of the Department of Agriculture (DA), said Manila wants to increase Haas avocado shipments to 484,000 kilos, or 484 …

BYD Cars Philippines and ACMobiity unwrapped the BYD Seal 5 DM-I, a new electric vehicle the offers a premium driving experience at an accessible price point, making electric mobility more accessible to Filipinos. This new sedan is tailored specifically for practical and progressive first-time car buyers, bringing advanced electrified solutions to Filipino drivers and further solidifying BYD’s global leadership in …

Jetour Auto Philippines Inc. had taken major steps to ensure that its sales and service teams are working smoothly and in sync by providing provided its staff with many opportunities to grow their skills and knowledge in their respective departments and divisions.  JAPI held its aftersales training program at various Jetour dealerships nationwide designed to ultimately empower the technical staff …

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) held a series of grand openings recently for its newly renovated Isuzu Outlet Standard dealerships – showcasing the company’s commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction across key Visayan cities – that are all operated by Ayala’s Iconic Dealership Inc. It kicked off in Isuzu Iloilo in Mandurriao, Iloilo that sits on a 3,400 square meter …

The “Legendary Drive, Unmatched Deals” promo of Inchcape Philippines, distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM Trucks in the Philippines, under its IC Automotive Inc. operations, was formally launched recently. Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM Trucks (CDJR) will deliver gifts from Nov. 15 to Dec 31 as you celebrate the holidays with your new iconic Dodge and Jeep vehicles. Visit …

Rising global car maker Omoda & Jaecoo formally signed its joint green industry project with the International Union for Conservation of Nature during the recently concluded 2024 omoda & Jaecoo International User Summit last Ocober in Wuhu, China.  Called Cherish Nature, the global cooperation project – conceptualized by parent company Chery Automobile and adapted by Omoda & Jaecoo – aims …

The Territory Assure+, which aims to elevate the ownership experience with enhanced services available to Ford Territory owners, was launched recently by Ford Philippines with a comprehensive suite of service initiatives designed to ensure that the Territory ownership experience is convenient and worry-free for both previous and current-generation owners. Ford owners can now avail of Express Service that gives them …