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According to Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) national director Demosthenes Escoto, there is a need to update the existing law governing the salt industry, known as the Iodization Act. Bills have been filed in both the Congress and Senate, with the House of Representatives already approving House Bill (HB) 8278, also known as the Philippine Salt Industry Development Act. The Senate versions of the bill are currently being scrutinized.

Under HB 8278, whether unprocessed or processed, salt is classified as a basic agricultural product, and the DA will prioritize its local production in identified areas or regions. The bill also establishes the Philippine Salt Industry Development Council to ensure the unified implementation of the roadmap and accelerate the modernization of the industry.

Republic Act 8172, or the Salt Iodization Act, signed in 1995, aims to protect and promote people’s health by ensuring proper nutrition. Various government agencies, such as the Department of Trade and Industry, Cooperative Development Authority, Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and Department of Science and Technology, are mandated to support local salt producers by assisting in upgrading production technologies, forming cooperatives, and developing comprehensive programs for salt iodization.

During a meeting at the DA Central Office, DA Undersecretary for Fisheries Drusila Bayate emphasized the importance of aligning with the national government’s integrated plan, particularly regarding infrastructure investments, such as farm-to-market roads and tourism roads. Collaboration between the government and the private sector is crucial for the salt industry’s successful modernization and industrialization.

By working together, the government, private sector, and relevant agencies aim to address the challenges faced by the Philippine salt industry, including climate change, land conversion, and economic globalization. Developing a national network of advanced salt production plants through investments and policy interventions is among the proposals being considered.

The DA remains committed to promoting the growth and sustainability of the salt industry, recognizing its importance in ensuring food security and supporting the livelihoods of salt producers and manufacturers across the country.

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