00:00 Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. assured the public the country's rice supply
00:06 remains adequate for the first half of the year due to the recent imports and the upcoming harvest
00:11 peaking in March and April. This also ensures stable prices until June despite El Nino challenges.
00:18 Although prices may remain elevated until September due to global concerns
00:23 over El Nino's impact on rice supply and increased demand.
