To improve expenditures on agricultural infrastructure and mechanization as well as boost farm modernization and productivity, the Department of Agriculture (DA) sought recommendations from the regional agricultural and fisheries councils. In a statement on Monday, Jan. 8, Agriculture Secretary...
Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero has commended Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. for creating a blacklisting committee in the Department of Agriculture (DA). Laurel has designated DA Legal Service Director Willie Ann Angsiy and Procurement Division Chief Melinda Deyto as chair and...
The Department of Agriculture has revealed that it will push for increased market access during its forthcoming meeting with the Japanese government in the second quarter of this year. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the Philippines-Japan Joint Committee on Agriculture is...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said the review of the free trade agreement between Manila and Tokyo could create opportunities for lowering tariffs on Philippine bananas. In a statement, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the review of the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership...
Two months after assuming the position, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has reorganized officials within his department. On Thursday, Jan. 4, Laurel issued a statement announcing changes in leadership, stating that the reorganization is intended to align the Department of Agriculture...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced that small farmers and fisherfolk facing potential disasters next year will be able to access financial assistance. Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. said the Philippine Crop Insurance Corp. (PCIC) has allocated P500 million as...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Interagency Task for El Niño began preparations to mitigate the incoming dry season which is expected to affect food production, farmers, and fisherfolk. In a statement on Friday, Dec. 29, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said that...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said the government is committed to improving the country’s food production while lowering expenses, even in the face of the challenges and limitations. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said the DA will prioritize ensuring food security next year,...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) recognized its long-time partners and local government units (LGU) for supporting the successful run of Kadiwa Program this year. In a statement on Thursday, Dec. 20, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said that over 1,887 Kadiwa selling activities...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has underscored the importance of private sector involvement in expediting the modernization of the local farm sector to enhance food production and ensure food security. For reason, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said the government wants...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has began the construction of the irrigation project in Dona Remedios Trinidad (DRT), Bulacan to enhance agricultural and aquaculture livelihood opportunities for investors. In a statement, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the P2.43-billion...
The Commission on Appointments’ (CA) has finally confirmed the ad interim appointment of Department of Health (DOH) chief Dr. Teodoro “Ted” Herbosa and Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. on Tuesday, December 5. The CA, led by its chairman Senate President...
