Press Officer Undersecretary Claire Castro said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the development of science-based and technology-driven programs to boost disaster preparedness and food security.
During the “Usapang Agribiz: Forum on Agribusiness Opportunities in Philippine Livestock and Poultry” held on November 9, the DA introduced programs designed to help OFWs invest their savings in agriculture enterprises.
The event is being held at the Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary in Cebu, the country’s first Flyway Network Site and a Ramsar-designated wetland of international importance.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the initiative supports the Bagong Pilipinas vision of transforming agriculture into a progressive, tech-driven sector.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said ongoing reforms in farm mechanization, irrigation, and clustering continue to boost productivity and farmers’ incomes.
According to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and University of the Philippines geologists, the newly identified sites showcase unique rock formations with scientific, educational, and tourism value.
According to the City Health Services Office, the measure aims to ensure cleanliness in public spaces, markets, and establishments to prevent disease outbreaks.