The Agriculture Committee had its meeting in 8 August 2017, led by the committee chair, Mr. Ruth Novales. The group received presentations from: Ms. Ruth Novales on the Agriculture Department Chief Pinol's 10-Point Agri Agenda; Board of Investments Senior Investments Specialist Mr. Francis Penaflor on the industry's performance, DTI support through projects, policies, and roadmaps, among others, and investment opportunities; and Grow Asia Country Partnerships Manger Mr. Reginald Lee the work of Grow Asia and the Philippines Partnership for Sustainable Agriculture

Other key discussions during the meeting included industry updates, the upcoming Sustainable Agriculture Forum, the Mindanao Business Conference, and the Sector Advocacy Papers.