The Philippine Department of Agriculture and its private-sector partner intensified the promotion of urban agriculture and incorporate modern technology in agriculture.
“Technology-based agriculture is the platform, and agripreneurship is a key strategy to modernize the country’s agriculture sector and contribute to its growth,” Agriculture Secretary William Dar said.
He also said greater engagement with the private sector is necessary to invest in agriculture.
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