HB 2158

House·20th Congress·Filed Jul 21, 2025

An Act Amending Republic Act No. 7607, Entitled an Act Providing a Magna Carta of Small Farmers

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The bill proposes to define smallholder farm size (0.1‑15 ha), require climate‑resilient practices like agroforestry, set productivity goals using sustainable methods, and ensure small farmers receive at least half of carbon‑project revenues, with penalties for non‑compliant projects.

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Authors · 2 Representatives

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An Act Amending Republic Act No. 7607, Entitled an Act Providing a Magna Carta of Small Farmers

In plain language

Authors · 2 Representatives

Official sources

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