The Department of Agriculture (DA) has agreed to take over the construction of farm-to-market roads (FMRs), a responsibility previously handled by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
Damage to the agriculture sector from the southwest monsoon and tropical cyclones Mirasol, Nando, and Opong has climbed to P5.01 billion, the Department of Agriculture (DA) reported in its noon advisory on Wednesday, October 8.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. led the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) visit to Batanes to launch the “P20 Benteng Bigas, Meron Na!” program and distribute over ₱13 million in agricultural and fisheries support.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Wednesday urged senators to back the proposed P216.1-billion budget for the Department of Agriculture (DA) for 2026, calling it a crucial investment in food security and the welfare of farmers and fisherfolk.