The threat of hunger is as real as the threat of Covid-19, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said a month into the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) when the limited movement of agricultural workers resulted in problems in harvesting and transporting goods, wastage of crops and loss of income — and a growing fear of shortage in city centers. Thats on top of the pre-existing challenges presented by natural disasters, changing weather patterns and various forms of pests.
The threat of hunger is as real as the threat of Covid-19, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said a month into the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) when the limited movement of agricultural workers resulted in problems in harvesting and transporting goods, wastage of crops and loss of income and a growing fear of shortage in city centers. That’s on top of the pre-existing challenges presented by natural disasters, changing weather patterns and various forms of pests.
Indeed, now more than ever, our food security frontliners farmers, fishers and other workers in the food value chain will play a crucial part in our fight against Covid-19. That why it is important that we continue to empower them to ensure continued production and delivery of food to our countrymen, Agriculture Secretary William Dar said in a statement released by the agency last April 11 through its official website.
Almost three months later, the head of the Department reiterated the importance of food security during an interview with CNN. During this pandemic, we need to provide, and food is a must. Agriculture and food will be critical in reviving the Philippine economy.
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