125th Founding Anniversary of the Department of Agriculture 06/20/2023

Elliptical Road, Diliman, Quezon City
June 20, 2023

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., as concurrent Agriculture Secretary, leads the 125th Founding Anniversary of the Department of Agriculture (DA) on June 20, 2023.

Bearing the theme, ‘Kagawaran ng Agrikultura: 125 Taong Naglilingkod Tungo sa Masaganang Agrikultura at Maunlad na Ekonomiya,’ today’s program highlights the DA’s contributions to the continuous development of the agri-fishery sector and in giving support to the farmers and fisherfolk amid the challenges in addressing food and nutrition security.

Formed 11 days after the proclamation of Philippine Independence on 12 June 1898, the Department of Agriculture is mandated to promote agricultural development by providing the policy framework, public investments, and support services needed for domestic and export-oriented business enterprises.

With its battlecry of ‘Masaganang Ani at Mataas na Kita!’ under the current Administration, the DA shall collectively empower farmers, fisherfolk and the private sector to increase agricultural productivity and profitability, taking into account sustainable, competitive and resilient technologies and practices.

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