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Farmers, fisherfolk support pushed
Senator Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan is urging the government to create a more supportive environment for farmers and fisherfolk to boost rural development and food security.
Pangilinan, who heads the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform, is pushing for policies and amendments aimed at improving the agricultural sector.
He emphasized the importance of private sector involvement, noting that private companies are more successful with crops like pineapples, mangoes, and bananas compared to government-supported staples such as rice, coconut, and sugar.
The senator believes that strengthening private sector participation is crucial for overcoming the challenges faced by the agricultural sector and improving its governance.
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