The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is a government agency responsible for the promotion of agricultural development by providing a framework, public investments, and support services needed for domestic and export-oriented business enterprises. In the fulfillment of this mandate, it shall be the primary concern of the Department to improve farm income and generate work opportuniti
es for farmers, fishermen, and other rural workers. It shall encourage people’s participation in agricultural development through sectoral representation in agricultural policy-making bodies so that the policies, plans, and programs of the Department are formulated and executed to satisfy their needs. It shall also use a bottom-up self-reliant farm system approach that will emphasize social justice, equity, productivity, and sustainability in the use of agricultural resources. Purpose
- To enhance agricultural production regionally through efficient management and effective usage of natural resources to achieve agricultural sustainability and self-sufficiency in Region No.10. Vision
- A food-secure Region with prosperous farmers and fisherfolk. Mission
- To collectively empower farmers and fisherfolk and the private sector to increase agricultural productivity and profitability, taking into account sustainability and resilience.
