Philippine rice has once again proven its excellence on the global stage after earning the Second Best Rice in the World award at the 2025 World Rice Conference held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from November 7 to 9, 2025. The PhilRice-bred NSIC Rc 218 SR (Mabango 3) received the honor at the World’s Best Rice 2025 Awards for its soft texture, aromatic quality, and premium grains. This recognition highlights the superior quality, competitiveness, and global appeal of rice produced in the Philippines.
Goldmine Farm to Market proudly promotes 218 seed varieties of local palay capable of competing with imported rice in terms of quality, flavor, and consistency. These varieties demonstrate that locally grown rice can meet and even surpass the standards demanded by international markets and consumers.
Goldmine Farm to Market fully supports the programs of the Department of Agriculture and private sector partners, recognizing that cluster farming is one of the key solutions to improve productivity, reduce costs, and achieve economies of scale. Equally important are investments in irrigation systems, quality farm inputs, post-harvest facilities, warehousing, and financial support. Together, these initiatives form the foundation of Goldmine’s commitment to helping Filipino farmers thrive, achieve rice sufficiency, and contribute to the nation’s food security goals.
By embracing both innovation and tradition, Goldmine reaffirms its mission to empower farmers, strengthen the local rice industry, and build a resilient, world class rice sector for the Philippines. Through collaboration with the government, research institutions, and private organizations, Goldmine continues to ensure that Philippine grown rice remains trusted, premium, and globally competitive.