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DA to launch farm-to-market road construction following DPWH handover
The Department of Agriculture is preparing to begin implementing farm-to-market road projects after assuming responsibility for the programs from the Department of Public Works and Highways last year. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced the commitment this week.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — The Department of Agriculture said it is positioned to start rolling out farm-to-market road initiatives following its takeover of the programs from the Department of Public Works and Highways, marking a significant shift in agricultural infrastructure development.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. confirmed the department's readiness to proceed with the projects during recent statements, signaling momentum in efforts to improve rural connectivity and market access for Filipino farmers.
The transition of farm-to-market road responsibilities to the DA represents part of broader government restructuring aimed at streamlining agricultural development initiatives. The department has indicated that completing these infrastructure projects remains a priority in supporting the country's farming communities.
The move comes as the government continues to allocate budget resources toward rural road networks, which remain critical for connecting producers to markets and reducing post-harvest losses across the agricultural sector.