The Iloilo City and ZSL Philippines agreement boosts coastal protection through targeted mangrove and beach forest rehabilitation, helping reduce disaster risks.
The government’s stronger push for organic agriculture reflects its commitment to helping farmers earn more while protecting the environment, positioning the sector as a sustainable pathway to long-term rural growth.
The mangrove planting in Surigao City reflects the Coast Guard’s proactive role in sustainability, reinforcing ecosystems that safeguard residents from future coastal hazards.
With the rollout of the first Mobile Soil Laboratory, farmers in Davao Occidental can now benefit from on-the-spot soil assessments designed to raise productivity and guide smarter fertilizer use.
The event forms part of a broader partnership between the DA and Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) that promotes OFW reintegration through agribusiness.