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Here's a polished and professional version of the blog post:DA Takes Proactive Steps to Address Food Security ConcernsAs the global food market continues to experience volatility, concerns about rice prices have been persistent in various parts of the country. In response to these concerns, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. is seeking approval from the National Price Coordinating Council (NPCC) for a national food security emergency declaration.Stabilizing Rice Prices and Averting CrisisThe proposed declaration would enable the Department of Agriculture (DA) to distribute rice buffer stocks from the National Food Authority (NFA) to government agencies and local government units (LGUs). This move aims to stabilize rice prices across the country, particularly in areas where prices have remained high despite global price reductions.Proactive MeasuresThe DA's decision to propose a food security emergency came after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s order to lower rice tariffs from 35 percent to 15 percent last year. Despite this effort, persistent high prices of rice in various areas have raised concerns about the potential for a crisis. To address these concerns, NFA Administrator Larry Lacson has announced plans to release 150,000 metric tons (MT) or 3 million 50-kilogram bags of rice over six months.Buffer Stock ManagementLacson assured the public that while releasing stocks, sufficient buffer stock would still be kept in case of disasters or emergencies. "This monthly release of approximately 30,000 MT will alleviate high rice prices and prepare NFA warehouses for the upcoming palay procurement season," Lacson said.Palay Procurement SeasonAs the upcoming rice harvest season approaches, the NFA is set to procure palay (unmilled rice) at P23 per kilogram to fulfill its rice buffer stock requirement of 555,000 MT or 15 days of national consumption as mandated by the amended Rice Tariffication Law (RTL).Commitment to AffordabilityThe DA has committed to ensuring that rice is available and at affordable prices across the country. With this declaration, the agency aims to alleviate concerns about food security and stabilize the market.ConclusionIn conclusion, the DA's effort to secure approval for a national food security emergency declaration demonstrates its commitment to addressing concerns about rice prices and ensuring food availability. As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and global economic fluctuations, it is crucial that we prioritize food security and take proactive measures to ensure that no one goes hungry.I made several changes to improve the tone, grammar, and readability of the blog post:1. Changed the title to make it more concise and attention-grabbing.2. Improved sentence structure and wording for better clarity and flow.3. Added transitional phrases to connect ideas between paragraphs.4. Emphasized key points and highlighted important information.5. Changed the tone to be more professional and informative, while still conveying a sense of urgency and concern about food security.Overall, the revised blog post is more polished, easy to follow, and effectively conveys the DA's efforts to address concerns about rice prices and ensure food availability.

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