DA to draft procurement guidelines for agricultural crisesMANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Wednesday that they are in the process of drafting the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) for a law clause, seeking to stabilize necessities and commodities supply while protecting consumers from unjustified price hikes during food shortages. 7581, also known as the Price Act. “Secretary Tiu Laurel ordered the TWG to develop a clear and concise set of rules to implement Section 9 of the Price Act,” the DA said in a statement. The DA also said that it will work with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and other government agencies in crafting the IRR. An IRR is generally a set of rules defined by an appointed government agency that serve as guidelines for the implementation of a law.

Source: Philippine Star January 10, 2024 23:24 UTC