The Department of Agriculture (DA) recognized the prime movers of seven Manila-based agribusinesses as regional winners of the 2022 Young Farmers Challenge (YFC) during the awarding ceremony at the Bureau of Soils and Water Management (BSWM) Convention Hall on November 4, 2022. The Young Farmer Challenge, a program started by the DA’s Agribusiness and Marketing continue reading : Seven agri-enterprise advance in Young Farmers Challenge – NCR level
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., announced that the Department of Agriculture (DA) is ready to assist a total of 80,295 farmers and fisherfolk who were affected by the Severe Tropical Storm (STS) “Paeng”. The agricultural damage and losses is estimated at P2.86 billion (B) as of November 3, 2022. To immediately respond in affected areas, continue reading : Gov’t extends assistance to typhoon-affected farmers/fishers to ensure swift recovery
The Department of Agriculture (DA) reiterated its plea for the responsible consumption of rice during the kick-off ceremony of the National Rice Awareness Month on November 3, 2022 at Liwasang Aurora in Quezon City Memorial Circle. Agriculture Undersecretary for Administration and Finance Jane C. Bacayo together with other DA officials led the kick-off ceremony, which continue reading : DA calls for responsible rice consumption
The Department of Agriculture (DA), represented by Senior Undersecretary Domingo Panganiban, emphasized “the importance of regional cooperation, robust coordination, and clearly stated goals to continue thriving in the face of pandemic, climate change, and natural disaster risks.” On October 26, 2022, the DA participated in the 44th Meeting of the ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and continue reading : DA takes part in ASEAN ministers’ meetings for food security and sustainability
Department of Agriculture (DA) Senior Undersecretary Domingo Panganiban and Assistant Secretary for Operations Arnel de Mesa discussed with Eastern Samar Governor Ben Evardone various initiatives to help uplift the lives of farmers and fisherfolk in the province. Among those discussed during the Governor’s courtesy call was the upcoming P161.6 M project for the improvement and continue reading : DA, Eastern Samar LGU strengthen relations through PRDP initiatives
