SUBIC FREEPORT ZONE — Agriculture Secretary Franciso P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. inaugurated Tuesday the new office of the Bureau of Plant Industry National Plant Quarantine Services Division, a pivotal step in enhancing the country’s agricultural biosecurity and addressing potential risks posed by plant pests and diseases.
The new office, while modest in size, is strategically located in Subic Freeport—a burgeoning trade and logistics hub. The location will enhance the effectiveness of border control measures and improve the country’s capacity to manage agricultural risks.
The new quarantine office is expected to play a crucial role in safeguarding the country’s agricultural resources and ensuring a stable and secure food supply for future generations. ### (Photos by Jay Morales, DA-OSEC)
