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LEE LAUDS HIGHLIGHT ON AGRI GAINS IN 2024 SONA

“Sa pagpasok ng ikatlong taon ng administrasyon, kailangan na nating makita ang tuloy-tuloy na implementasyon at resulta ng inisyatiba sa agrikultura.” This was stressed by Rep. Wilbert “Manoy” T. Lee, who also acknowledged the highlight on agriculture, especially on boosting local production, discussed by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in his third State of the […]

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CUA TO LGUS: CREATE MORE VALUE IN AGRI PRODUCTION

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines president and Quirino governor Dax Cua on Friday touted the role that local government units can play in creating more value in the agricultural production chain. “LGUs should play an active role in providing opportunities to create added value in our production chains. We can and should serve […]

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DA, DMW SIGN AGRI ENTERPRISE PROGRAM FOR OFWS

The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) will collaborate on programs aimed at expanding economic opportunities for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families through various agricultural initiatives. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Migrant Workers Interim Secretary Atty. Hans Leo Cacdac. The partnership […]

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PH A FERTILE GROUND FOR AGRI INVESTMENT, SAYS DA

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. underscored the immense potential of Philippine agriculture to investors from Brunei, emphasizing the country’s burgeoning domestic market, export prospects, abundant natural resources, and investor-friendly business environment. Accompanying President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during his recent visit to Brunei, Tiu Laurel participated in discussions aimed at deepening economic and diplomatic ties […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR PROMOTES PH LIVESTOCK INDUSTRY

Senator Cynthia Villar seeks to advance the development, promotion and competitiveness of the Livestock, Poultry and Dairy Industries in the country by the passage of Senate Bill No. 2558, under Committee Report No. 193 or “An Act Strengthening the Livestock, Poultry and Dairy Development and Competitiveness, Rationalizing the Organization and Functions of Relevant Government Agencies, […]

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SENATE BOOSTS ANTI-AGRI ECONOMIC SABOTAGE ACT

The hardships being suffered by Filipino farmers and consumers due to cartel, holding, profiteering and other corrupt practices will soon be stopped as the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act is closer to becoming a law. Before the 2nd Regular Session of the 19th Congress adjourned, the Senate ratified the bicameral conference committee report on the Anti […]

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KADIWA PROGRAM RETURNS TO ANGELES CITY

Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. showed his full support to the Katuwang sa Diwa at Gawa para sa Masaganang Ani at Mataas na Kita, also known as the KADIWA program, of the Department of Agriculture.  To date, kiosks were installed at the City Hall compound premises beginning May 22 until May 23, 2024, showcasing basic […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR BATS FOR PH CARABAO INDUSTRY GROWTH

To alleviate the lives of farmers and further spur the development of the carabao industry, Senator Cynthia Villar is embarking on the so-called Accelerating Livelihood Assets Buildup (ALAB) Karbawan program. In her speech in the opening of the training on “Capacitating Coconut Farmers on Dairy Buffalo Production for Increased Income,” held at the Villar SIPAG […]

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DA NOTES PH AGRI SECTOR GROWTH IN Q1 2024

President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.’s administration’s initiatives to modernize agriculture and support farmers and fishermen contributed to the growth of the farm and fishery sector in the first quarter, despite challenges posed by El Niño and increased input costs. The value of production in agriculture and fisheries, based on constant 2018 prices, rose in the January-March […]

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DA: MORE INVESTMENTS TO BOOST AGRI SECTOR

The Department of Agriculture will pour more investments to agriculture as part of the national government’s support to local farmers and fishermen. During a visit to the Sentrong Pamilihan ng mga Produktong Agrikultural in Sariaya, Quezon, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. stressed the importance of extending support to farmers from production to marketing and […]