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November, 2024

  • 25 November

    Rice traders benefiting the most from reduced tariff

    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 …

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  • 25 November

    Using drones for fertilizer, pesticide application efficient and economical

    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 …

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  • 25 November

    Villafuerte pushes Phl bid for L&D funds

    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 …

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  • 25 November

    Local avocado prices to soar, as supplies go to Japan

    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 …

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  • 25 November

    Sweet first win for Gilas Pilipinas over New Zealand in FIBA qualifiers

    By Robert Andaya Even in sports, there’s always the first time. First time is always something worth remembering. In the case of Gilas Pilipinas and multi-titled coach Tim Cone, it’s their first win over the New Zealand Tall Blacks in the FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City And the Filipinos did it after …

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  • 25 November

    Carl Jammes Martin set for another Mexico return next week

    Carl Jammes Martin is set for another ring comeback in Mexico on November 30 against brawler Ruben Tostado Garcia of Mexico in a non-title super bantamweight bout in Tijuana, Mexico that will determine his fate next year. “Carl Martin looks to close out 2024 with a big victory for a world title fight in 2025,” international matchmaker Sean Gibbons, also …

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  • 25 November

    PCU, New Era in semis

    It will be Philippine Christian University against No. 2 Our Lady of Fatima University, and New Era University versus defending champion St. Clare College of Caloocan in the semis of NAASCU Season 22 basketball tournament. The Dolphins outclassed AMA Universities and Colleges, 61-46, while the Hunters humbled Enderun Colleges, 57-47, in their respective knockout quarterfinal matchups to book their tickets …

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  • 25 November

    Premium Driving Experience BYD Seal 5 DM-I

    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 …

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  • 25 November

    Jetour launches aftersales training

    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 …

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  • 25 November

    Isuzu opens 3 Visayas sites

    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 …

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