
ASEAN Food, Agriculture and ForestrySectoral Plan 2026-2030 ASEANOctober 2025 ASEAN Food, Agriculture and Forestry Sectoral Plan 2026 – 2030 (FAF-SP 2026-2030) The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was established on 8 August 1967. The Member Statesof the Association are Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Author:ASEAN Secretariat For inquiries, contact: The ASEAN Secretariat GIZ ASEAN Cooperation Area Community Relations Division (CRD)70A Jalan SisingamangarajaJakarta 12110IndonesiaPhone: (+62 21) 724-3372, 726-2991 The ASEAN Secretariat,Heritage Building 2nd Floor70A Jalan Sisingamangaraja The Food, Agriculture and Forestry Sectoral Plan 2026–2030 (FAF-SP 2026–2030) 333.71. ASEAN – Strategic Plan – FAF Sector With the support of: This publication was prepared with the facilitated support of the Promotion of Sustainable Agricultural ValueChains in ASEAN (ASEAN AgriTrade II) project, implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für InternationaleZusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation andDevelopment (BMZ). GIZ is a federal enterprise with worldwide operations. It supports the German Government in The text of this publication may be freely quoted or reprinted, provided proper acknowledgement is given anda copy containing the reprinted material is sent to the Community Relations Division (CRD) of the ASEANSecretariat, Jakarta. General information on ASEAN appears online at the ASEAN Website:www.asean.org Copyright Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) 2025. All rights reserved. Foreword The agricultural sector stands as a cornerstone of prosperity and sustainability in the ASEAN region.With a rich tapestry of diverse landscapes and climates, our region is endowed with immenseagricultural potential that fuels livelihoods and employment, ensures food security, and drives economicgrowth for millions of people. In 2023, the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors contributed 9.6% The formulation of the Food, Agriculture, and Forestry Sectoral Plan for 2026–2030 (FAF-SP 2026–2030) represents a pivotal juncture for our region. This strategic roadmap holds the key to unlocking thetransformative power of agriculture, not just as a driver of growth, but as a catalyst for positive changeacross multiple dimensions of development. In an era marked by the urgent need for sustainability, In this regard, several key sustainability agendas that align with and contribute to ASEAN’s priorityprogrammes are included in the FAF-SP 2026–2030. These include reducing greenhouse gasemissions from agricultural activities, promoting sustainable and regenerative agriculture to restoresoil health and enhance biodiversity, and leveraging nature-based solutions to address environmentalchallenges. Additionally, reducing harmful agrochemicals and antibiotics in crop production, livestock, By focusing on technology, policy, collaboration, and capacity building, ASEAN will be better equippedto address immediate agricultural challenges and contribute to broader development goals. Together,these efforts will lay the groundwork for a future where agriculture not only sustains but also safeguardsour region for generations to come. By implementing sustainable agricultural practices, the region’s As we set forth on this path, let us commit ourselves to collectively implementing the FAF-SP 2026–2030. Let us work together to harness innovation and demonstrate unwavering dedication towards Satvinder SinghDeputy Secretary-General of ASEAN Acknowledgements The Food, Agriculture, Forestry Strategic Plan 2026-2030 (FAF-SP 2026-2030) was developed bythe ASEAN Member States, with essential support from the ASEAN Secretariat and in collaborationwith relevant partners: The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of the Government ofJapan (MAFF-Japan), the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), Australian Table of Contents Foreword...............................................................................................................................................1Acknowledgements...............................................................................................................................2Table of Contents...................................................................................................................................3Executive Summary...............................................................................................................................4 1. Introduction......................................................................................................................................62. Vision of FAF-SP 2026-2030...........................................................................................................73. Objectives and Framework for Cooperation in FAF-SP....................................................