The Department of Agriculture (DA) unveils support services for agricultural cooperatives nationwide to empower farmers and fishers and increase their income. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has unveiled support services for agricultural cooperatives nationwide to empower farmers and fishers and increase their income.

In a statement on Monday, the DA said the newly created Agricultural Cooperative Enterprise Development Services (ACED Services) would streamline efforts and optimize resources allotted for supporting cooperatives.

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“By fostering increased income, adopting modern farming technologies and enhancing food security and agricultural exports, we are taking significant steps toward a more productive and sustainable agricultural sector,” Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said.

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ACED Services will be spearheaded by Agriculture Undersecretary Roger Navarro.

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ACED Services would be providing comprehensive and effective extension services and training for farm cooperatives, farmers/fisherfolk associations and other agricultural entrepreneurs in collaboration with other government agencies, private institutions and civil society organizations.

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It would also coordinate efforts and oversee the implementation of projects to address developmental gaps and adjust strategies as needed.

It would be developing a program to help transition pre-cooperatives and farmers and fisherfolk associations into full-fledged agricultural cooperatives.

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To achieve digital transformation among co-ops, ACED Services will promote the use of data analytics, online marketplaces, and climate adaptation tools to boost their productivity, sustainability and resilience.

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