Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries

01/06/2026

| The National Sectoral Committee on Coconut (NSC on Coconut) pushed for a resolution requesting that the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) grant the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) full access to the special account within the general fund dedicated to trade and market compliance.

The request was raised during the Committee’s second-quarter meeting, held via video conference on May 28, 2026.

During the meeting, the private sector-partners highlighted that full access aims to ensure Philippine coconut products remain competitive and compliant with increasingly strict global standards.

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01/06/2026

|The Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) stands with the nation in celebrating Soil Conservation Month this June! 🇵🇭🌱

This year, we unite under the vital theme: “Lupa: Pagkain, Seguridad, Buhay,” and actively participate in advocacies that protect our lands.

Pursuant to Administrative Order No. 16, Series of 2007, we remain committed to conserving, developing, and managing our soil and water as important resources for sustainable agricultural development.

29/05/2026

| “This activity strengthens the link between our programs, activities, and projects, our operational and financial plans, and our individual performance commitments,” said PCAF Executive Director Bernadette De Los Santos.

“More importantly, this serves as an opportunity for collaboration and shared ownership,” she added.

To ensure the entire organization is harmonized toward a single vision, all employees of the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) participated in the orientation and operational planning for the approved strategic plan 2026-2031 on May 25, 2026 in Quezon City.

Held via a hybrid setup, the activity aimed to align the agency’s daily operations with its long-term vision. By translating strategic priorities into actionable actions and measurable outputs, PCAF ensures that its resource requirements and annual targets are strictly anchored on its newly approved strategic plan.

Text and photos by Jez Campaniel

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26/05/2026

| Participatory Monitoring and Tracking is a collaborative governance mechanism that institutionalizes the involvement of industry stakeholders, specifically the Agricultural and Fishery Council (AFC) and National Sectoral Committee (NSC) members, to monitor and track agri-fishery plans, budgets, and DA-funded projects.

It serves as a vital strategy for transparency and advocacy, empowering civil society to validate reported accomplishments and encourages corrective measures, thereby optimizing the delivery of agricultural programs through meaningful stakeholder engagement.

The PMT efforts covered various interventions such as farm-to-market roads, irrigation systems, cold storage, and heavy machinery like tractors and harvesters.

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More than 170 agriculture and fisheries (A&F) projects were evaluated across the seven provinces of Central Luzon from May 18 to 21, 2026. As part of the 2026 Participatory Monitoring and Tracking (PMT) activity, the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) spearheaded the evaluation....

22/05/2026

| PCAF conducted a Participatory Monitoring and Tracking (PMT) activity in Central Luzon from May 18 to 21, 2026, to strengthen oversight of government-funded projects.

By engaging Agricultural and Fishery Councils and National Sectoral Committees, the initiative ensures transparency and accountability through direct stakeholder validation of Department of Agriculture (DA) investments.

In the 2026 PMT cycle, 170 projects were evaluated across Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, and Zambales. These projects span several banner programs, including the National Rice Program, National Livestock Program, National Corn Program, High Value Crops Development Program, National Organic Agriculture Program, National Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture Program, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, and the Farm-to-Market Road Development Program.

The PMT efforts covered various interventions such as farm-to-market roads, irrigation systems, cold storage, and heavy machinery like tractors and harvesters. The activity highlighted critical issues regarding equipment underutilization, the need for better technical training, and concerns over the durability of specific machinery brands. Additionally, the team noted data discrepancies and procurement-driven delays.

Text by Jez Campaniel
Photos by PCAF-Monitoring and Evaluation Section staff, JCampaniel

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22/05/2026

| The National Sectoral Committee on Poultry and Livestock (NSC-PL) adopted key resolutions during its 2nd quarter regular meeting on May 20, 2026, aimed at protecting the local livestock and poultry industry, strengthening animal disease control, expanding veterinary services, and increasing support for rabies prevention.

Presided over by NSC-PL Chairperson Arnulfo Frontuna, the meeting gathered over 65 representatives from government agencies, industry groups, and research institutions to address pressing concerns, including African Swine Fever (ASF), Avian Influenza, Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), and rabies.

The Committee proposed increasing funding for rabies vaccine procurement under the Bureau of Animal Industry’s (BAI) 2027 budget, strengthening veterinary services through greater LGU support, promoting animal population surveys, and urging the Department Legislative Liaison Office (DLLO) to facilitate stronger private sector participation in congressional deliberations affecting the livestock and poultry sectors.

Read more: https://pcaf.da.gov.ph/index.php/2026/05/22/nsc-pl-adopts-resolutions-boosting-livestock-and-poultry-protection-rabies-control-and-veterinary-services/

20/05/2026

| Stakeholders from the Philippine mango industry endorsed a policy resolution seeking expanded science-based support services for growers, highlighting the continued collaboration among government agencies, research institutions, and industry groups to strengthen the sector’s long-term competitiveness.

During the first semestral meeting of the National Mango Action Team (NMAT) under the National Sectoral Committee on Fruits and Vegetables on May 19, 2026, participants adopted a resolution recommending that the Department of Agriculture (DA), through the Bureau of Soils and Water Management Regional Laboratories, provide free soil sampling services for mango growers and farms nationwide.

Read more: https://pcaf.da.gov.ph/index.php/2026/05/20/natl-mango-action-team-backs-science-based-support-stronger-research-collaboration/

Stakeholders from the Philippine mango industry endorsed a policy resolution seeking expanded science-based support services for growers, highlighting the continued collaboration among government agencies, research institutions, and industry groups to strengthen the sector’s long-term competitiven...

19/05/2026

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19/05/2026

| The National Sectoral Committee (NSC) on Rice and Other Food Staples advanced policy resolutions aimed at strengthening support mechanisms for government-funded postharvest facilities during its second quarter meeting on May 14, 2026.

Among the key measures endorsed by the Committee was a recommendation for the Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PhilMech) to institutionalize post-turnover monitoring, refresher training, and technical retooling for beneficiaries of agricultural machinery and postharvest facilities.

The recommendations were shaped by discussions among representatives from government agencies, regional agricultural and fishery councils, and national organizations following operational concerns encountered in some postharvest facilities distributed under government mechanization programs.

Read more: https://pcaf.da.gov.ph/index.php/2026/05/19/pcaf-nsc-on-rice-advances-stronger-postharvest-support-lgu-partnerships-for-farm-facilities/

The National Sectoral Committee (NSC) on Rice and Other Food Staples advanced policy resolutions aimed at strengthening support mechanisms for government-funded postharvest facilities during its second quarter meeting on May 14, 2026. Among the key measures endorsed by the Committee was a recommenda...

13/05/2026

| On the ground in Batangas: PCAF personnel continue the third day of data gathering for the agency's evaluative study on feed resources and feed quality for dairy production in the Philippines.

As part of the ongoing field activities, the team is conducting interviews, body condition scoring, and feed sample collection to support the study’s broader assessment of feed availability, quality, and feeding practices for dairy animals and ruminants. Parallel data gathering activities are likewise being conducted in the provinces of Quezon and Bukidnon.

Text and photos by Bernard Masa

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