President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday paid tribute to farmers, fisherfolk, and food industry workers for their dedication in ensuring that food reaches every table.

“This month let us not forget that in each dish, there’s a hand that works hard to bring food to every table,” Marcos said in his speech at the national launch of Filipino Food Month.

Presidential Proclamation No. 469 declares April of every year ‘Buwan ng Kalutong Pilipino’ or ‘Filipino Food Month.’

“They are our farmers, fishermen, and those who are part of the food industry, including those who cook in eateries. Let us praise and thank them,” he said.

“Every dish is prepared with hard work and perseverance,” he added.

Marcos said the government will continue to exhaust all measures to ensure that there’s enough affordable food for Filipinos.

Presidential Proclamation No. 469 declares April of every year “Buwan ng Kalutong Pilipino” or “Filipino Food Month,” mandating the Department of Agriculture and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts to lead in the celebration.