At the 47th Meeting of ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry (AMAF), ministers highlighted regenerative agriculture as a core strategy for improving soil health, restoring ecosystems, enhancing biodiversity, and strengthening climate resilience. After the meeting, the Philippines’ Department of Agriculture also noted that the country remains committed to advancing regenerative and resilient agricultural systems, working with regional partners to address the growing impacts of climate change. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. emphasized the need for improved prediction tools and production technologies such as alternate wet-and-dry methods, advanced irrigation, smart systems, and greenhouses to reduce water use and manage climate risks. He added that research on pest and disease management remains essential, and that the overarching goal is to produce more with less water, rejuvenate soils, and address emerging pests and diseases.
On October 3, Cambodian officials, donors, and farmer groups met at the “Scaling Regenerative Agriculture in Cambodia” forum to discuss climate-smart and soil-restoring practices. Chan Saruth, Under Secretary of State at the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, stressed that sustainable productivity will require wider adoption of regenerative and agroecological practices, backed by new investment and stronger engagement with farmers and agribusinesses. On October 31, Cambodia hosted another high-level consultation on Food Systems Transformation and Regenerative Agriculture, bringing together government, researchers, development partners, and private sector stakeholders to discuss pathways for modernizing agriculture, improving food security, and promoting climate-resilient farming nationwide. The region’s growing focus on regenerative agriculture creates opportunities for U.S. agribusinesses whose technologies and innovations can help advance these goals.
