The Secretary of Agriculture for the Philippines is Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr .. He was appointed to the position by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on November 3, 2023. Key Facts about Secretary Laurel: Appointment: November 3, 2023. Background: He has extensive experience in agricultural and fishery organizations, including the Confederation of the Philippine Tuna Industry, Inc. , Frabelle Fishing Corporation , and the World Tuna Purse Seine Organization . Goals: His leadership focuses on modernizing farming through science-based approaches, mechanization, infrastructure development, and the adoption of new technologies to improve productivity and food security. Vision: He aims to increase agricultural yield, minimize imports, and lower food prices by transforming the sector with advanced knowledge and tools. Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. Secretary Department of Agriculture Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. Secretary Depa...