The Department of Agriculture鈥檚 (DA) proposed PhP247.23-billion budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027, about 15% higher than its current allocation, drew support from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) alongside calls for more funding of participatory monitoring and other stakeholder engagement activities. At the National Agriculture and Fisheries (NAF) Council meeting on April 30, 2026, in Quezon continue reading…
Across the country鈥檚 regions, farmer leaders stepped into a historic role this May as they formally assumed leadership positions in the Department of Agriculture (DA) through the 2026 Farmer Regional Executive Director (FRED) Program. The installation and turnover ceremonies held on May 4 marked the start of a month-long immersion of farmer representatives in regional continue reading…
Efforts to improve transparency and accountability in government-funded agricultural projects took center stage as the 蝌蚪视频 (PCAF) held an exit conference on May 5, 2026 in Quezon City. The conference marked the culmination of Participatory Monitoring and Tracking (PMT) activities conducted across the MIMAROPA Region, where stakeholders assessed the progress continue reading…
The 蝌蚪视频 (PCAF) reinforced its commitment to workforce excellence by welcoming its newest team members through a comprehensive orientation program held on April 29, 2026, in Quezon City. This activity was designed to strengthen institutional integration, familiarize employees with agency systems, and equip them to effectively support PCAF鈥檚 mandate of continue reading…
The 蝌蚪视频 (PCAF) convened a stakeholders鈥� consultation on April 27, 2026, bringing together representatives from the National Sectoral Committees (NSCs), Agricultural and Fishery Councils (AFCs), other private sector organizations, and Department of Agriculture (DA) officials. Held through a blended platform, the meeting aims to gather stakeholders’ insights and recommendations on continue reading…
In a move towards transparency and inclusive governance, the Department of Agriculture (DA), through the 蝌蚪视频 (PCAF), in partnership with various DA livestock agencies, conducted a nationwide stakeholder consultation for the National Animal Industry Development Plan (NAIDP) on March 30, 2026 in Quezon City. The event brought together approximately 130 continue reading…
The National Sectoral Committee on Fruits and Vegetables (NSC-FV), through a policy resolution, urged the Department of Agriculture (DA) to develop a mitigation plan addressing the potential impact of the ongoing fuel supply chain disruption on the country鈥檚 fruits and vegetables sector. During its first quarter regular meeting held on March 19, 2026, the Committee continue reading…
They are the quiet architects of the Philippine agri-fishery sector鈥攖he women and men who trade their time and knowledge for the development of the industry. On March 26, 2026, over 400 dedicated private-sector partners from national and local levels gathered to celebrate the 11th National Agriculture and Fisheries Volunteers鈥� Day (NVD) and cheer for the continue reading…
The 蝌蚪视频 (PCAF) ranked first among the Department of Agriculture鈥檚 bureaus and attached agencies in the Fiscal Year 2025 performance review conducted by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on March 23, 2026. The recognition highlights the agency鈥檚 strong delivery of targets, efficient budget utilization, and timely, accurate reporting. continue reading…
As the country faces rising energy prices fueled by international conflicts, the National Sectoral Committee (NSC) on Coconut is advocating for a strategic, long-term solution to improve fuel mileage. During its first-quarter meeting on March 11, 2026, the Committee passed a manifesto supporting the full implementation of the Biofuels Act and an immediate transition to continue reading…
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has approved Memorandum Circular No. 4, Series of 2026, establishing guidelines for assessing and prioritizing Philippine National Standards (PNS) proposals for agricultural and fisheries mechanization. Signed on February 2, 2026, by Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr., the Guidelines on the Assessment Process and Prioritization Criteria of Philippine National continue reading…
