Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. urged consumers to avoid purchasing imported white onions, which are typically larger than local varieties, after several tons of smuggled vegetables seized in Pampanga tested positive for salmonella and heavy metals.
Tiu Laurel said the DA had not approved any white onion imports recently, in line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to protect local farmers and safeguard public health.
“If possible,...
Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. urged consumers to avoid purchasing imported white onions, which are typically larger than local varieties, after several tons of smuggled vegetables seized in Pampanga tested positive for salmonella and heavy metals.
Tiu Laurel said the DA had not approved any white onion imports recently, in line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to protect local farmers and safeguard public health.
“If possible,...
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Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. (center) underscores the urgent need for the Philippines to adopt sustainable farming practices in light of intensifying challenges...
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