September 23, 2025 | Quezon City – The Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) has successfully retained its ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) certification following an external audit conducted on August 20, 2025 by the certifying body, TÜV Rheinland Philippines, Inc.
The audit assessed the agency’s compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements, as well as the effectiveness of its management system in achieving organizational objectives. It covered core processes such as product registration, issuance of licenses, permits, and accreditations, and the conduct of laboratory analyses and evaluations.
Key accomplishments recognized during the audit included:
• Development by the Pesticide Regulations Division (PRD) of two reference manuals for residue evaluation and bio-efficacy
• Formulation of the agency’s 10 Key Initiatives
• Integration of an online accreditation application into the FPA Trade System
• Ongoing deployment of Digi-Pay, an online payment platform developed with the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) for license and accreditation applications and renewals
• Continued construction of the new Laboratory Service Division (LSD) facility
• Strengthened policies on agricultural drone use through updated regulations, strategic partnerships, and nationwide information caravans
• Consistent receipt of the Commission on Audit’s Plaque of Recognition for an Unmodified Opinion on its financial statements from 2021 to 2024
The audit team, led by Lionell Aala with members Melchor Camina and Marion Louis Aguilar Almazan, reported no nonconformities, affirming FPA’s sustained compliance and effective QMS implementation.
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Writer: Wendycharlene Almasen
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