By Kenneth Marcos 
Farmers, researchers, and agricultural companies conducting pesticide field trials will now face stricter monitoring after the Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) issued Memorandum Circular No. 2025-28, titled “Enhanced Monitoring of Field Trials Conducted Under Experimental Use Permits (EUP).”
The new circular aims to strengthen the government’s oversight of experimental pesticide use across the country. The move comes as part of the FPA’s ongoing efforts to ensure public safety, environmental protection, and responsible pesticide management amid the growing demand for more sustainable and science-based farming practices.
According to the FPA, the circular outlines enhanced procedures and compliance requirements for all ongoing and future field trials conducted under EUPs. These trials are usually carried out by agrochemical companies or research institutions to test the effectiveness and environmental impact of new fertilizer or pesticide products before commercial release.
Under the updated guidelines, field trial proponents must now undergo closer inspection and submit detailed progress and compliance reports to the FPA. This ensures that all activities are aligned with environmental laws, biosafety regulations, and good agricultural practices.
The FPA also emphasized that local government units, along with other partner agencies, will play a stronger role in ensuring transparency and accountability during field testing. The stricter monitoring is expected to reduce risks of chemical misuse and safeguard both farmers and consumers.
Agriculture experts welcomed the new policy, saying that stronger field monitoring can help prevent potential environmental contamination and strengthen consumer trust in local agricultural products. “These measures help guarantee that only safe, effective, and environmentally responsible products reach our farms,” one FPA official said.
Stakeholders—including farmers, agricultural researchers, and industry representatives—are encouraged to read the full memorandum and stay informed about the updated rules. The document is accessible online through the FPA website or directly via this link: https://bit.ly/488u7hU. A QR code is also available for quick access.
The FPA continues to call on all sectors of the agriculture industry to follow its safety protocols and reporting standards to ensure a sustainable, science-driven future for Philippine farming.
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