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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) will take over the implementation of the government's farm-to-market road program starting in 2026, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. told the media on Wednesday. The DA will take over from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
Tiu Laurel said he met with DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon on Tuesday to look at the audits of previous FMR projects, reviewing whether any of these have been compromised. Dizon and Tiu-Laurel also discussed pending projects for the year, which the DPWH hoped to complete through a catch-up plan.
“These roads are badly needed by our farmers and fisherfolk. They will ease livelihoods, lower production costs, and give farmers more time with their families,” said Tiu Laurel.
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