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Farmers ask gov’t to review EO on tariffs

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A group of farmers and agricultural stakeholders called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to revisit Executive Order 62 which modifies tariff rates amid concerns about its impact on Filipino rice farmers.

The group said the consultations were insufficient and failed to adequately address the potential negative consequences on the rice sector. The letter proposed collaboration with progressive local government units to directly procure rice from farmers and cooperatives, particularly during periods of surplus harvest or market downturns.

 

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