DA tells LGUs: Address rice wastage, promote brown rice

CEBU CITY - The Department of Agriculture (DA) here called on local government units (LGUs) to adopt measures in addressing rice wastage and promoting brown rice and other staples consumption.

Leo Cañeda, regional director of DA-7, said that the daily wastage of rice among Filipinos is around two to three tablespoons, or a maximum of 14 grams.

In terms of policy, Cañeda said the LGU can do more, such as the implementation of the “half rice” rule in all restaurants. So far in Central Visayas, the towns of Talibon and Tubigon in Bohol province; Valencia in Negros Oriental, and Cebu City have an ordinance adopting the “half rice” rule.

Cañeda said it will be best for LGUS to also help in the consumption of brown rice. “The consumption of brown rice will result to a healthier body and at the same time we're helping in the increase of the income of farmers,” he said. He also suggested that Filipinos can mix well-polished rice with brown rice. Another way is to make use of other staple foods such as sweet potato, banana, and corn, he said. (Ferliza Contratista)

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