Manila, Jan. 22 -- A lawmaking tandem from Abra is pushing for the passage of a measure that seeks to fast-track the construction of agro-processing centers in every province in the country.

Through House Bill (HB) No. 6514 or the "AgriBoost bill", Solid North Party-list Rep. Ching Bernos and Abra lone district Rep. JB Bernos are calling for the speedy implementation of a mechanism for the construction of provincial agro-processing centers (PAPCs) catering to rice, corn, coffee, and root crops.

"The climate crisis is forcing governments around the world to adapt. As weather phenomena become greater in intensity, we must take the steps to ensure that our produce are not always at the mercy of the elements," Ching Bernos said in a news re...