Speaker Dy backs stronger safeguards for sugar farmers

Inquirer.net - Oct 3, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III on Friday expressed support for stronger protection for sugarcane farmers as the House brought discussions on the proposed TUBO Act directly to farmers and industry stakeholders during LegisHear in Victorias City, Negros Occidental. Speaking at the press briefing following the LegisHear townhall program, Dy said the consultation

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