From Farms to Markets: Regencia Pushes Bamboo Industry Reform

Iligan at the Center of Sustainable Bamboo Development

Congressman Celso Gomera Regencia has filed House Bill No. 6673, a measure designed to strengthen and institutionalize the national framework for the Philippine bamboo industry. The proposed legislation builds on existing policies to create a clearer and more coordinated approach to bamboo production, processing, and marketing across the country.

For Iligan City, the measure carries direct local significance. By improving national support systems for the bamboo sector, the bill aims to provide more stable livelihoods for farmers and expand economic opportunities in upland and rural communities.

Key objectives of House Bill No. 6673 include:

• Strengthening coordination and direction in bamboo production and processing
• Expanding access to training, support services, and market opportunities for growers
• Promoting bamboo as a sustainable resource for environmental protection and landscape restoration
• Creating new livelihood pathways for Filipino communities

The proposed framework positions bamboo as both an economic driver and an environmental solution, supporting farmers while encouraging sustainable land use.

Supporting Local Livelihoods and Sustainable Growth

By advancing House Bill No. 6673, Iligan’s representation in Congress underscores a continued commitment to community development, environmental stewardship, and inclusive economic growth that benefits farmers and rural households.