Philippine Agriculturists Act signed into law; 3rd week of May declared as Open Gov’t Week

President Marcos has signed the Philippine Agriculturists Act that regulates the agriculture profession in the country. Republic Act No. 12215 orders the creation of the Professional Regulatory Board of Agriculture, in recognition of the importance of registered agriculturists in nation-building and development. Read more

Meanwhile, President Marcos has signed Proclamation No. 916 on May 29, declaring the third week of May as “Open Government Week” in line with the observance of International Open Government Week which seeks to promote transparent, participatory, inclusive, and accountable governance. Read more