Development of the Philippine food chain logistics master plan 2023-2033

Philippines

IDOM supported ADB in developing a National Food Sector Master Plan for the Philippines to create an efficient food logistics system. The objective of the plan was to deliver safe, quality food to the right place, at the right time, and at the right cost to meet the country’s need for accessible and affordable food. The Philippine government prioritized this master plan to build a competitive food value chain logistics system, with IDOM and ADB identifying key issues and proposing solutions.

Evaluate the flow of selected commodities from production to markets.
Qualitative and quantitative assessment of the different challenges encountered in the end-to-end journey of commodity transportation.
Conduct case studies and comparative analysis of other neighboring countries to improve the Philippines’ agricultural competitiveness.
Aligning the public and private sectors to drive investments and mutual collaboration.
Identify problems, challenges and investment gaps in the development of the food chain logistics system.
Formulate the Food Chain Logistics Master Plan with strategic directions and policy recommendations.
Recommendations to address the shortcomings of the country’s current logistics system.
Strategies to promote private investment in the development of efficient logistics and food services, such as the promotion of climate-friendly and energy-efficient modes of transportation, cold chain and refrigerants, and the reduction of food waste and losses.