NFA Launches Probe on Rice Given to Teachers in Nueva That Is Allegedly ‘Inedible” The National Food Authority (NFA) launches probe against the alleged “inedible” rice distributed to teachers in Nueva Ecija. The NFA in Region 3 (Central Luzon) denied allegations that poor quality or inedible rice was distributed as part of one-time food assistance … Read more
Controversial Photos of Volunteers Stepping on NFA Rice While Repacking Goes Viral The photos of some volunteers stepping on NFA rice, which will be given as relief goods after repacking elicits comments online. The Philippine government and various local government units are already doing their very best to help our less-fortunate countrymen who were affected … Read more
Duterte Orders NFA To Buy Unhusked Rice or Palay From Local Farmers RODRIGO DUTERTE – President Rodrigo Duterte ordered the National Food Authority (NFA) to purchase unhusked rice or palay from local farmers to help them adjust to the rice tariffication law. The President said that both the government and farmers must find a compromise … Read more
DTI Announces Puregold Supermarket Set To Sell NFA Rice The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said that Puregold Supermarket will sell NFA rice for less-fortunate Filipinos in the next few weeks. Trade Undersecretary for Consumer Protection Ruth Castelo said that the National Food Authority (NFA) Council approved the license of Puregold Price Club to sell state-subsidized … Read more
Palace Official Denies NFA Rice Shortage In The Country Assistant Secretary Jonas Soriano of the Office of the Cabinet Secretary has denied the NFA rice shortage in the Philippines. On Tuesday (April 04, 2018), Jonas Soriano said that the supply of NFA rice reserve has not yet depleted. Soriano said that the supply of the … Read more
