Manila, Oct. 25 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday issued Executive Order (EO) 101 directing the full implementation of Republic Act (RA) 11321 or the Sagip Saka Act, which establishes a program for farmers and fisherfolk aimed at improving their production and productivity.

Under EO 101, all national government agencies (NGAs), including government-owned or -controlled corporations (GOCCs) and state universities and colleges (SUCs), are directed to align their programs, activities, and projects with the objectives of Sagip Saka (save farming).

Local government units (LGUs) are also enjoined to support the implementation of Sagip Saka Act to help local farmers and fisherfolk reach their full potential and achieve better in...