Dismantling of non-tariff barriers to fast-track PH agri imports ordered

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has signed an administrative order (AO) removing non-tariff barriers and streamlining administrative procedure in the importation of agricultural products. In…

100% physical exam of alerted reefer agri products allowed in consignee’s warehouse

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is now allowing the 100% physical inspection of alerted agricultural shipments in reefer containers to be conducted at the…

Committee on tariff rejects tariff cut on agricultural goods

The Committee on Tariff and Related Matters (CTRM) is against a decrease in tariff on agricultural commodities as a means to fight inflation in…