The restriction, introduced on September 1 for a period of 60 days, was aimed at supporting farmers facing falling paddy rice prices during the harvest season.
In his directive, Marcos said the move was necessary to allow the domestic market to absorb local production.
With production now fully operational, the plant is expected to increase the company’s ability to deliver customized, safe, and sustainable nutrition solutions at scale
This development comes as the agency boosts procurement and rolls out a nationwide subsidized rice program
The Land Bank of the Philippines is extending a US$21.3 million loan to fund the mill’s construction, along with a US$1.77 million credit line for working capital support.