In a proactive response to climate-related agricultural challenges, Pampanga 4th District Representative Anna York Bondoc is advocating for modern food security programs. Speaking during the Department of Agriculture’s World Food Day 2026 celebration in Quezon City, she emphasized the urgency of innovative agricultural practices.
Innovative Measures to Enhance Food Security
We must bring modern technology, climate-resilient crops, efficient irrigation, and better post-harvest facilities closer to our farmers.
Rep. Anna York Bondoc
Bondoc outlined three key strategies to boost food production, combat malnutrition, and protect the livelihoods of agricultural communities. She highlighted the significant crop losses experienced by farmers due to the southwest monsoon and typhoons.
- Invest in flood-resilient farming and improved water management
- Enhance agricultural research and accessible financing
- Strengthen links between producers and markets
Citing the contributions of areas such as Candaba, San Luis, and San Simon to rice production, Bondoc stressed the importance of safeguarding agricultural lands. She also pointed to her office's Gulayan ni Nanay initiative, which promotes household food production.
Bondoc stated, "Food security begins at home, and every available space can become an opportunity to grow nutritious food for our families." She called on families, schools, and barangays to create vegetable gardens to alleviate food costs and improve nutrition.
Further emphasizing the need for equitable income for farmers, she noted that increased agricultural production should result in better earnings for them and affordable food for consumers. Bondoc also called for support of Pampanga’s fisheries and aquaculture, particularly milkfish production, to bolster food security.
Her approach showcases a commitment to practical, accessible agricultural innovations that can significantly enhance food security for families and communities in Pampanga.