Bureau of Plant Industry

07/08/2026

From: National Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture Program

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗞𝗶𝗸𝗼 𝗠𝗲𝘁 𝗞𝗶𝗸𝗼: 𝗔 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲!
The Department of Agriculture - Philippines (DA), through the National Urban and Peri-urban Agriculture Program (NUPAP) and the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI), together with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), formally signed a landmark Memorandum of Agreement to strengthen urban and peri urban agriculture through technical vocational education, technology demonstration, and skills development.
The agreement lays the foundation for the development of the Urban Agriculture Production National Certificate II (NC II), the establishment of applied learning and demonstration hubs and the integration of livelihood pathways that will provide aspiring urban farmers with nationally recognized competencies and greater economic opportunities.
Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco "Kiko" Tiu Laurel Jr. and TESDA Secretary Jose Francisco "Kiko" B. Benitez led the ceremonial signing, joined by BPI and NUPAP Director Gerald Glenn F. Panganiban Ph.D., Agricultural Training Institute Assistant Director Antonieta Arceo, and representatives from the Office of Senator Francis Kiko Pangilinan.
This strategic collaboration marks a significant step toward institutionalizing urban agriculture skills training in the country, empowering communities with climate resilient production technologies while advancing food security, sustainable livelihoods, and more resilient urban food systems.


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06/08/2026

DA-BPI, Mitsui Partner on Mango Crop Protection Research

The Department of Agriculture–Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI) and Mitsui & Co. (Asia Pacific) Pte. Ltd. Manila Branch signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on July 29, 2026, to launch a research collaboration on an innovative crop protection technology for the Philippine mango industry.

The signing was led by BPI Director Gerald Glenn F. Panganiban, Ph.D., and Mitsui Manila General Manager Marilen R. Francisco, and witnessed by Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr., Undersecretary-Designate for Identified High-Value Export Crops and Agri-Fishery Export Development and Promotion Philip C. Young, Mitsui & Co.'s Chief Strategy Officer of the Asia-Pacific Business Unit Takanubu Murayama and Deputy Branch General Manager Lysander Quinones.

Under the MOU, both parties will undertake pre-trial research on a controlled-release crop protection technology designed to improve the effectiveness of crop protection applications while reducing resistance development, runoff, and ultraviolet degradation. The collaboration will generate technical and regulatory data, including residue and dosage studies, to support the future evaluation and registration of the technology in the Philippines.

Through this partnership, DA-BPI will provide technical guidance, coordinate pre-trial activities, identify suitable mango trial sites, and work closely with mango growers and other stakeholders. The initiative supports the development of science-based solutions to address key production challenges, including cecid fly infestation, and reinforces DA-BPI's commitment to strengthening the competitiveness and sustainability of the Philippine mango industry.

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06/08/2026

📢ANNOUNCEMENT

Please be informed that the DA-Bureau of Plant Industry offices in the following areas will be closed today, August 6, 2026, in accordance with Memorandum Circular No. 122 issued by the Office of the President of the Philippines:

📍 National Capital Region (NCR)
📍 Ilocos Sur
📍 La Union
📍 Benguet
📍 Pangasinan
📍 Abra
📍 Zambales
📍 Kalinga
📍 Mountain Province
📍 Ifugao
📍 Ilocos Norte
📍 Apayao
📍 Nueva Vizcaya
📍 Tarlac
📍 Nueva Ecija
📍 Bataan
📍 Pampanga
📍 Bulacan
📍 Rizal
📍 Cavite
📍 Batangas
📍 Laguna
📍 Occidental Mindoro

For more information, you may refer to the official announcement on the Presidential Communications Office website: https://pco.gov.ph/news_releases/memorandum-circular-no-122/

Kindly note that the Plant Quarantine Services Station at ports of entry will remain operational to continue to serve you.

05/08/2026

BPI and Chinese Embassy Advance Agricultural Trade Cooperation

August 5, 2026 – The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) and the Chinese Embassy held a meeting to strengthen bilateral agricultural trade relations and reaffirm their shared commitment to continued technical cooperation at the Director's Office Conference Room.

The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) Director Gerald Glenn F. Panganiban, Ph.D., led the bilateral meeting with the Chinese Embassy, which was headed by Mr. Wang Xiaohu, First Secretary (Customs Affairs), and Mr. Zhao Yiguang, Second Secretary (Agricultural Affairs). BPI provided technical updates and reaffirmed the compliance of Philippine agricultural exports with international phytosanitary standards, which the Chinese side acknowledged. Both parties emphasized the importance of science-based approaches and continued open communication.

The meeting also highlighted opportunities for enhanced cooperation, particularly with renewed private sector engagement in specialty milled rice exports. Key next steps include the submission of technical documentation, sharing of prior market access communications, and continued regulatory coordination. Both parties also welcomed a tentative on-site inspection in September 2026 to further promote transparency and mutual confidence.

Overall, the meeting underscored both parties' commitment to sustained dialogue, strengthened technical cooperation, and the advancement of mutually beneficial agricultural trade.




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05/08/2026

From: National Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture Program

Provincial Government of Bulacan Recognizes Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center as Outstanding Urban Farm
The Department of Agriculture National Urban and Peri-urban Agriculture Program (DA-NUPAP) congratulates the Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center for being recognized by the Provincial Government of Bulacan, under the leadership of Governor Daniel R. Fernando and Vice Governor Alexis C. Castro, for its contributions to urban and peri-urban agriculture in the province and in Central Luzon.
The recognition highlights the farm's continued contributions to promoting urban and peri-urban agriculture through technology demonstration, capacity building, and knowledge sharing. Through its active support of DA-NUPAP initiatives, the Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center has helped equip communities, local government units, and other stakeholders with practical approaches to sustainable food production and resilient urban farming.
The Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center was earlier recognized as the 51st Regional Gawad Saka 2026 Outstanding Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture Garden (Macrogarden Category) for Central Luzon, further affirming its commitment to excellence in urban agriculture.
DA-NUPAP commends the Provincial Government of Bulacan for recognizing outstanding urban agriculture champions and extends its appreciation to the Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center for its continued dedication to promoting sustainable urban and peri-urban agriculture.

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Provincial Government of Bulacan Recognizes Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center as Outstanding Urban Farm

The Department of Agriculture National Urban and Peri-urban Agriculture Program (DA-NUPAP) congratulates the Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center for being recognized by the Provincial Government of Bulacan, under the leadership of Governor Daniel R. Fernando and Vice Governor Alexis C. Castro, for its contributions to urban and peri-urban agriculture in the province and in Central Luzon.

The recognition highlights the farm's continued contributions to promoting urban and peri-urban agriculture through technology demonstration, capacity building, and knowledge sharing. Through its active support of DA-NUPAP initiatives, the Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center has helped equip communities, local government units, and other stakeholders with practical approaches to sustainable food production and resilient urban farming.

The Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center was earlier recognized as the 51st Regional Gawad Saka 2026 Outstanding Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture Garden (Macrogarden Category) for Central Luzon, further affirming its commitment to excellence in urban agriculture.

DA-NUPAP commends the Provincial Government of Bulacan for recognizing outstanding urban agriculture champions and extends its appreciation to the Bausa Integrated Farm & Training Center for its continued dedication to promoting sustainable urban and peri-urban agriculture.

05/08/2026

From: Bureau of Plant Industry-Crop Pest Management Division

𝐁𝐏𝐈-𝐂𝐏𝐌𝐃 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
The Bureau of Plant Industry–Crop Pest Management Division (BPI-CPMD) successfully conducted the Information Caravan on Common Urban and Peri-Urban Crop Pest and Disease Management Practices on July 20 and 22, 2026, at the CPMD Conference Room. The two-day activity brought together participants to enhance their knowledge and skills in sustainable urban agriculture, food safety, and integrated crop health management.
The information caravan served as a venue for participants to gain science-based knowledge and practical technologies that support productive, resilient, and environmentally sustainable urban and peri-urban farming systems.
Read more: https://cpmd.buplant.da.gov.ph/2026/08/05/cpmdnews202635/

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05/08/2026

The DA-Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI) is hiring for six (6) vacant Plantilla positions.

‎‎To access details on the Qualification Standards, Educational Background, Training and Experience, Eligibility, Place of Assignment, and other information that can guide you in your application, visit the link below to download the file.

https://buplant.da.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Deadline-for-Submission-of-Applicationfor-Vacant-Position-August-4-2026.pdf

‎‎All interested applicants should submit their written interest to DA-BPI Director Gerald Glenn F. Panganiban, PhD., and upload it, along with the required documentary requirements, by 5:00 PM on August 14, 2026, through the provided link.

https://forms.gle/96Lv2qQAjtQQDjbWA

‎‎Note: The Bureau of Plant Industry abides by the Equal Employment Opportunity Principle (EEOP) and strongly encourages interested and qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, s*x, ethnicity, religion, s*xual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, or political affiliation.

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05/08/2026

Pilipinas at Thailand, Pinalalakas ang Kooperasyon sa Kalakalan ng Bigas

Agosto 3, 2026 – Bilang pagpapatuloy ng matagal nang ugnayan ng Pilipinas at Thailand sa larangan ng agrikultura, mainit na tinanggap ng Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) ang mga kinatawan ng Thailand's Department of Foreign Trade (DFT), Thai Trade Center Manila (TTC Manila), at Thai Rice Exporters Association (TREA) para sa isang high-level meeting hinggil sa kalakalan ng bigas, seguridad sa pagkain, at kooperasyong pangregulasyon na ginanap sa Director's Office Conference Room.

Pinagtibay ng pagpupulong ang magkatuwang na layunin ng Pilipinas at Thailand na maisulong ang ligtas, efficient, at malinaw na kalakalan ng mga produktong pang-agrikultura, kasabay ng pagpapalakas ng plant health, food safety systems, at pagsuporta sa regional food security.




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05/08/2026

BPI-CRPSD, Pinangunahan ang National Training on Organic Seed Production, Certification, and Seedbanking

Bilang bahagi ng patuloy na pagsusulong ng organikong agrikultura sa bansa, pinangunahan ng Bureau of Plant Industry – Crop Research and Production Support Division (BPI-CRPSD) ang pagsasagawa ng National Training of Trainers on Organic Seed Production, Certification, and Seedbanking sa Bacolod City at sa BPI–La Granja noong Hulyo 27–31, 2026.

Dinaluhan ito ng 54 kalahok na binubuo ng mga technical staff mula sa mga local government units (LGUs), mga kinatawan ng Farmers' Cooperative Associations (FCAs), mga accredited Participatory Guarantee System–Organic Certifying Bodies (PGS-OCBs), at mga kinatawan mula sa Department of Agriculture Regional Field Offices(DA-RFOs).

Ang pagpapalawak ng kaalaman sa organikong produksyon ng binhi at seedbanking ay makatutulong sa pagkakaroon ng sapat na suplay ng dekalidad na binhi, pagpapalakas ng lokal na produksyon ng pagkain, at pagsusulong ng mas sustenableng mga sistema ng pagsasaka sa bansa. Inaasahang maisasabuhay at maibabahagi ng mga kalahok ang kanilang mga natutunan sa kani-kanilang mga lugar at komunidad.




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05/08/2026

***UPDATED

PABATID: BAGONG PRESYO NG TILAPIA AT BANGUS

Nais po naming ipabatid na magkakaroon ng price increase para sa ating Tilapia at Bangus na magiging epektibo simula Agosto 13, 2026.

Mga Bagong Presyo:

Tilapia

Retail: ₱150 / kilo
Wholesale: ₱120 / kilo

Bangus

Retail: ₱220 / kilo
Wholesale: ₱190 / kilo

📌 Araw ng Bentahan: Tuwing Huwebes at Biyernes lamang.

Maraming salamat po sa inyong patuloy na suporta at pag-unawa!

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