‘Congress will address agri issues’

By Maricel V. Cruz

HOUSE Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Monday vowed to look into the problems of the agriculture sector to help millions of Filipino farmers and fishermen.

He told his colleagues at the start of the Second Regular Session of the 19th Congress that the chamber would also prioritize the approval of the remaining nine urgent measures identified by the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC).

Romualdez stressed Congress is focused on approving the 20

LEDAC bills.

According to Romualdez “it is equally imperative to address the issues confronting our agricultural sector in the soonest possible time.”

“We shall safeguard our farmers’ interests, ensure equitable market conditions, and foster sustainable farming methods to ensure our nation’s