In the Philippines, rice production is an important aspect of the country's food supply and economy. The Philippines is the 8th-largest rice producer in the world, accounting for 2.8% of global rice production. [1] The Philippines was also the world's largest rice importer in 2010.

13 hours ago · Despite being an agricultural powerhouse, the country’s rice farmers face shrinking yields, rising input costs, and the growing threat of climate change. Traditional rice farming in Philippines is no longer sustainable. Rice farming is the source of income and employment of 11.5 million farmers and family members.

There are an estimated 2.4 million rice farmers in the Philippines as of 2020, the majority of whom are male. Why is there a need to import rice in the Philippines?

5 days ago · With over 17 million poor households in the Philippines, an economist pointed out that the price of rice has to be brought down after increasing from P38 per kilo in the first months of 2022.

Jan 8, 2025 · The Philippines is a top rice producer in the world.Rice is vital for food security and the economy. The area around rice fields affects pests and how we manage them, making it important for farming.. To meet global demand, the Philippines needs to increase rice production by 25% by 2050.

Jun 1, 2024 · Explore the vibrant landscape of Rice Production in the Philippines and uncover innovative farming techniques reshaping this vital industry.

Filipino cuisine is perfectly aligned to serve rice at every meal. Rice is eaten at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. My personal favorite is a steamy arroz caldo, also known as congee, for breakfast. In addition, desserts and snacks also often include rice. Hence, its prevalence demonstrates its cultural significance.

What is the status of the rice industry? Explore and get insights about the trend of the key performance indicators of rice production, consumption, and market.

Jun 3, 2022 · Due to highly unpredictable weather phenomena in the Philippine climate, the Philippine Rice Research Institute has promoted the cultivation of drought-tolerant rice varieties and the utilization of El Niño-ready technologies in paddy-rice production.

The Philippines alone recorded 4.81 million hectares of area harvested for rice and a total production of 19.96 million metric tons, with the value of Php 403.89 billion (PSA 2021). However, even with this level of rice production in the Philippines, rice is still the 3rd most imported agricultural item of the country.