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<\/a><\/p>\nQUEZON CITY- Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has endorsed a private sector-backed policy resolution calling for the immediate transition to a 5 percent coco-biodiesel blend (B5), and has forwarded the proposal to both the Senate and the Department of Energy (DOE).<\/span><\/p>\nThe Department of Agriculture\u2019s (DA) endorsement covers Resolution No. 03, Series of 2026, passed by the òòò½ÊÓƵ\u2013National Sectoral Committee (NSC) on Coconut, chaired by Charles Avila.<\/span><\/p>\nPhilippine Coconut Authority Administrator Dexter Buted also expressed the agency\u2019s full support for the resolution, describing it as a strong potential boost for the coconut industry, which sustains millions of Filipino livelihoods.<\/span><\/p>\nSecretary Tiu Laurel forwarded the manifesto to Senator Francis \u201cKiko\u201d N. Pangilinan, chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform, and to Energy Secretary Sharon S. Garin, who also chairs the National Biofuels Board (NBB).<\/span><\/p>\nThe shift toward higher biofuel blends was mandated under Republic Act No. 9367, or the Biofuels Act of 2006, which promotes the blending of Coconut Methyl Ester (CME) into petroleum products to revitalize the domestic coconut industry, enhance energy security, and advance environmental sustainability.<\/span><\/p>\nA 300 percent spike in international coconut oil prices in the past had forced the NBB to temporarily pause the transition. However, current market conditions are now seen as favorable for its revival.<\/span><\/p>\nCME is biodegradable and non-toxic, and produces significantly lower sulfur and greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional petroleum diesel.<\/span><\/p>\nIndustry experts note that while the B5 blend is a strategic, long-term market intervention rather than a quick fix for fuel prices, it remains a critical step as domestic oil prices are expected to take six to twelve months to stabilize amid ongoing global supply chain disruptions.<\/span><\/p>\nBeyond its environmental and technical benefits, the expansion of B5 is expected to help stabilize agricultural prices and generate higher incomes for an estimated 2.5 to 3.5 million coconut farmers.<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cThe Department of Agriculture strongly supports the transition to a 5 percent biodiesel blend. This is more than a step toward meeting international standards. It is a meaningful investment in the future of millions of Filipino farmers, workers, and families who rely on the coconut industry for their livelihood,\u201d Tiu Laurel said.<\/span><\/p>\nHe added that expanding demand for CME would help create jobs, maximize existing production capacity, and generate greater value for the coconut sector.<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cAt the same time, this shift strengthens the country\u2019s energy security and self-reliance by reducing dependence on imported fuels and making better use of a homegrown renewable resource,\u201d the DA chief added. | Jezebel Campaniel<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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