The Farmers and Fisherfolk Enterprise Development Program.
Section 3
SEC. 3. The Farmers and Fisherfolk Enterprise Development Program. - There is hereby established the "Farmers and Fisherfolk Enterprise Development Program", herein referred to as the Program, which shall refer to the comprehensive set of objectives, targets, and holistic approach in promoting the establishment of enterprises involving agricultural and fishery products. It shall be integrated and be made consistent with the Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Plan, and the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development Plan. The Program shall make use of science-based technologies in the identification and prioritization of agricultural and fishery products that will he covered. The forms of assistance to be provided under the Program shall include: (a) Improvement of production and productivity, including agricultural extension services, skills development, provision of production inputs, equipment, facilities, and infrastructure for production and post-production activities; (b) Improvement of producers' and enterprises' access to financing in the form of credit grants and crop insurance; (c) Provision of access to improved technologies through research and development; and (d) Provision of business support and development services, particularly in the areas of access to markets, marketing, and networking.