Aging farmers could add to food insecurity

By The Editorial Board

Feb 20, 2023 12:08 am

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recently announced plans to achieve rice self-sufficiency in two years. That seems consistent with the importance that the government has placed on reviving the agriculture sector. But if policymakers are to realize their dreams for agriculture, they must resolve the problem of aging farmers.

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. Screengrab from RTVM Facebook Live

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