No single nation can tackle these issues alone. Collaboration is critical, especially in designing bioeconomy strategies that are inclusive, innovative and equitable.
—Undersecretary Christopher Morales
The Department of Agriculture (DA) presented the Philippines’ vision for a sustainable and inclusive agricultural future at the 17th Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA) in Berlin.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., whose speech was delivered by Undersecretary Christopher Morales, highlighted the Philippines’ commitment to integrating bioeconomy principles into its national strategies.
He pointed to two key frameworks—the Philippine Action Plan for Sustainable Consumption and Production and the National Innovation Agenda—as foundational to the country’s efforts to foster resource efficiency and innovation within agriculture.
“The Philippines is committed to advancing sustainability across all sectors, including agriculture,” Morales said, emphasizing the country’s dual focus on increasing agricultural productivity while minimizing environmental impact.
He said the DA aims to create a circular and resource-efficient economy, where sustainability is at the core of agricultural practices.
As climate change and resource scarcity pose mounting challenges to global agriculture, Morales stressed the need for collective action.
“No single nation can tackle these issues alone. Collaboration is critical, especially in designing bioeconomy strategies that are inclusive, innovative and equitable,” he said.
The DA’s National Innovation Agenda is geared towards promoting the use of green technologies and sustainable farming practices.
Morales said such innovations would not only improve operational efficiency, but also directly benefit farmers and fisherfolk, enhancing their livelihoods and bolstering food security in the country.
