Tag: Rice farming
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P7,000 Cash Aid for 1 Million Rice Farmers in 2026 Budget
Overview The Philippines is moving to cushion farmers’ finances with a targeted cash aid program as part of the proposed P6.7 trillion national budget for 2026. Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced that about 1 million rice farmers will receive P7,000 each to help offset losses caused by persistently low palay (unhusked rice) prices. The…
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P7K Cash Aid for 1 Million Farmers in 2026 Budget
Background: Aiming to shield farmers from low palay prices The Philippines is considering a substantial package in the 2026 national budget, with a flagship measure to provide cash aid to farmers. Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced that one million rice farmers would each receive P7,000 under the proposed P6.7 trillion budget for 2026. The…
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Philippines Puts Cash Aid for 1 Million Rice Farmers in 2026 Budget
Overview: Targeted relief for rice farmers In a move officials say could reshape how the government supports the agricultural sector, Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced that about one million rice farmers are set to receive a cash aid of P7,000 each under the proposed P6.7 trillion budget for 2026. The pledge was made during…