James Reid named new face of food security in the Philippines

MANILA, Philippines — Kapamilya star James Reid is now the official face of food security in the Philippines, using his influence to beat that local energy gap.

A household name in the country, the Filipino-Australian celebrity will represent the Department of Agriculture as "Ambassador of Food Security," as announced during the Farmers' and Fisherfolk's Month Celebration which James attended earlier.

“As food security ambassador, Reid commits to inform the public on the main advocacies of the Department specifically its campaign on ensuring sustained food security, food accessibility and affordability; and encourage the youth and other advocates on the important roles of farmers and fishers, their hard work, and their valuable contributions to the country,” the DA explained in a Tuesday release.

Without revealing any specific projects, the 27-year-old has gotten to work even before earning the title.

“LETS GROOOW...Can’t wait to show everyone what we’ve been working on during quarantine! #plantplantplant” he hinted in his thank you message for the DA and Agriculture Secretary William Dar.

 

 

 

 

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LETS GROOOW ???????? Thank you to the Department of Agriculture and Secretary Dar for trusting me with the role of Ambassador of Food Security. Thanks for the gift ???? Can’t wait to show everyone what we’ve been working on during quarantine! #plantplantplant

A post shared by James Reid (@james) on May 25, 2020 at 8:28pm PDT