EXECUTIVE ORDER NO.
481
PROMPTION AND EVELOPMENT OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES
Policy Policy Informational
A. Background/Description Policy Outcomes
The Philippines is an agricultural country, with
farming being one of the main sources of
livelihood for millions of Filipinos. However,
traditional farming practices often involve the use
of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, which can
have harmful effects on the environment and
human health. Organic agriculture presents an
alternative farming system that is more sustainable
and promotes biodiversity, soil health, and natural
resource conservation.
Organic agriculture is a farming method that
promotes the use of natural inputs and practices
that enhance soil fertility and biodiversity,
minimize pollution, and promote good animal
welfare. The promotion and development of
organic agriculture is a crucial step in ensuring
sustainable food systems and safeguarding public
health. This report aims to provide an overview of
the status of organic agriculture in the Philippines,
highlight strategies for promoting and developing
organic agriculture, and outline the benefits of
promoting and developing organic agriculture.
Policy Analytic Method
Monitoring
 Organic Farming Area: This will help to
determine whether the area is increasing or
decreasing and whether the targets set are
being achieved.
 Certification: Monitoring the certification
process for organic farming will ensure that
farmers comply with the standards and
regulations set for organic farming.
 Market Development: Monitoring the market
development for organic products will help
to determine whether there is an increasing
demand for organic products and whether
there are adequate market linkages for
farmers.
 Technical Assistance: Monitoring the
provision of technical assistance to farmers
will ensure that farmers are receiving the
necessary support to improve their farming
practices and increase their productivity.
 Policy Implementation: Ensures that the
government is providing adequate support
for the promotion and development of
organic agriculture.
 Environmental Impact: Monitoring the
environmental impact of organic agriculture
will ensure that organic farming practices are

B. Scope and severity of the problem
- Assessment of past performance
- Need for analysis
C. Problem Statement
- Definition of Problems
- Goals and Objectives
- Measure of Effectiveness
Policy performance
Emphasizes the use of natural inputs and
techniques to produce healthy, nutritious, and
sustainable food. It involves avoiding the use of
synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, genetically
modified organisms, and other harmful inputs.
In recent years, organic agriculture has gained
popularity in the Philippines, as consumers
become more aware of the health and
environmental benefits of organic food.
Policy Problem
Despite the potential benefits of organic
agriculture, several key issues need to be
addressed to promote and develop this farming
system in the Philippines.
These issues include:
 Limited knowledge and awareness about
organic agriculture among farmers and
consumers
 Lack of access to organic inputs and
technologies
 Limited market opportunities for organic
products
 Insufficient policy and institutional support
for organic agriculture
not causing any adverse effects on the
environment. This will also help to ensure
the sustainability of organic farming
practices.
Evaluation
The promotion and development of organic
agriculture in the Philippines have made
significant progress in recent years, with
government support, increasing adoption rate, and
growing market demand.
However, there is still room for improvement in
addressing the challenges faced by small-scale
farmers and increasing awareness and
understanding of organic agriculture among
consumers.
Problem structuring
 Limited access to finance and technical
assistance: Small-scale farmers may not have
access to the financial resources or technical
assistance they need to adopt organic
agriculture practices.
 Limited marketing opportunities: Even if
farmers can produce organic products, they
may struggle to find markets for their goods.
This could be due to limited access to
distribution networks or a lack of awareness
among consumers about the benefits of
organic agriculture.
 Lack of consumer awareness and
understanding: Consumers may not be aware
of the benefits of organic agriculture or may
not understand the difference between
organic and conventional products.
 High cost of organic products: Organic
products are often more expensive than

D. Policy Alternatives
- Description of alternatives
- Comparisons of future
consequences
Policy futures
Economic Impact: The promotion and
development of organic agriculture could have
both positive and negative economic impacts. On
the positive side, organic agriculture could
increase the income of farmers, especially small-
scale farmers who may not have access to the
resources necessary for conventional farming
practices. Organic agriculture could also create
new job opportunities in areas such as organic
certification and marketing. However, organic
farming may require additional investments and
resources to establish, which could be a barrier to
entry for some farmers.
Environmental Impact: Organic agriculture has the
potential to have a positive environmental impact
by reducing the use of synthetic pesticides and
fertilizers, which can have negative effects on soil
health and water quality. Organic agriculture also
promotes biodiversity by creating habitats for
beneficial insects and other organisms. However,
organic farming practices may require more land
and labor compared to conventional farming
practices, which could lead to increased land use
and labor demands.
Social Impact: The promotion and development of
organic agriculture could have positive social
impacts by promoting sustainable and equitable
agricultural practices. Organic agriculture could
also improve food security by increasing the
availability of fresh and nutritious foods. However,
the adoption of organic farming practices could
require education and training for farmers, which
could be a challenge in some areas.
conventional products, which may limit their
accessibility for some consumers.
Forecasting
 Government support: The Philippine
government has shown a commitment to
promoting and developing organic
agriculture through various policies and
programs. It is likely that this support will
continue in the future, with additional
funding and resources allocated to further
promote organic agriculture in the country.
 Adoption rate: The adoption rate of organic
agriculture practices among farmers in the
Philippines has been increasing steadily in
recent years. This trend is likely to continue
as more farmers recognize the benefits of
sustainable and natural farming practices and
as the government continues to support the
development of organic agriculture.
 Market demand: The market demand for
organic products in the Philippines is
expected to continue to grow as more
consumers become aware of the health and
environmental benefits of organic products.
This will likely drive more farmers to adopt
organic farming practices, leading to an
increase in the supply of organic products.
 Challenges: Despite the progress made in
promoting and developing organic
agriculture in the Philippines, there are still
challenges that need to be addressed. It is
expected that the government and other
stakeholders will continue to work to
overcome these challenges, with a focus on
increasing access to finance and technical
assistance for small-scale farmers and

E. Policy Recommendations
- Recommending alternatives
Outline of implementation strategy
Policy Actions
 Increase knowledge and awareness about
organic agriculture through education and
information campaigns.
 Improve access to organic inputs and
technologies by providing subsidies and
support for the development of organic
farming inputs and technologies.
 Create market opportunities for organic
products by developing a strong and
sustainable market for organic products.
 Provide policy and institutional support for
organic agriculture by creating policies and
regulations that promote the development of
organic agriculture, as well as creating
institutional mechanisms to support the
growth of the organic agriculture sector.
improving marketing opportunities.
Recommendation
 Develop and implement an organic
agriculture promotion and development
program that includes training and extension
services for farmers, education and
information campaigns for consumers,
subsidies, and support for the development
of organic inputs and technologies, and the
creation of market opportunities for organic
products.
 Establish an organic agriculture research and
development center that will focus on the
development and promotion of organic
agriculture practices, inputs, and
technologies.
 Create policies and regulations that promote
the development of organic agriculture, such
as tax incentives for organic farmers, the
inclusion of organic agriculture in national
development plans, and the establishment of
a certification system for organic products.
 Encourage public-private partnerships in the
development of organic agriculture, such as
partnerships between organic farmers and
food processors, and between organic
farmers and retailers.
 Develop a system for monitoring and
evaluation of the organic agriculture
promotion and development program, to
ensure that it is effective in promoting and
developing the organic agriculture sector.
 Allocate sufficient budget and resources for
the implementation of the organic agriculture
promotion and development program and the
establishment of the organic agriculture
research and development center.
 Ensure that the promotion and development
of organic agriculture is inclusive and
benefits small-scale and marginalized
farmers, especially in rural areas.