Section 15Sec./Art. 15

Local Assembling and Manufacturing. Production of locally-made engines and other machinery for agricultural and fisheries purposes shall be promoted and encouraged by the DA in partnership with the private sector, and through joint venture agreements. For this purpose, the DA in partnership with the recognized national organization of agricultural machinery assemblers, manufacturers and distributors, agricultural engineers and the DOST shall undertake the feasibility study and R&D for the local assembly and manufacture of agricultural engines/prime mover, and other agricultural machinery and equipment.