18/10/2025
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The Department of Agriculture (DA) successfully convened the 2025 National Agri-Fishery Investment Forum (NAFIF) as part of its commitment to spearhead the comprehensive transformation of the countryโs agri-food system under the ๐๐๐ฌ๐๐ ๐๐ง๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐๐ฌ agenda. The three-day event brought together provincial leaders, government agencies, and partner institutions to align agricultural development initiatives within a unified and strategic investment framework.
The forum brought together key decision-makers directly responsible for shaping provincial agricultural and fisheries policies. Each province was represented by its Governor, the Chairperson of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Committee on Agriculture, the Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator, the Provincial Agriculturist, and the Provincial Veterinarian. Representing the Province of Sorsogon were:
โข Hon. Benito Doma โ Committee Chair on Agriculture / Sangguniang Panlalawigan
โข Ms. Ma. Jenny S. Marbella โ Assistant Department Head, PPDO
โข Dr. Ma. Teresa V. Destura โ Provincial Agriculturist, OPAG
โข Dr. John Ashley M. De Castro โ Provincial Veterinarian, PVO
It was an honor to represent the Province of Sorsogon in this national forum, contribute to shaping the regionโs development agenda, and align local priorities with national objectives. The insights and partnerships formed during the forum will serve as a valuable foundation for future agri-fishery programs in the province.
The 2025 National Agri-Fishery Investment Forum stands as a testament to the governmentโs commitment to transforming strategic plans into coordinated, inclusive, and high-impact investments that will uplift farmers, fisherfolk, and rural communities throughout the Philippines, especially to our province Sorsogon.
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