Section 34. Contiguous Farming. —

The DA, together with the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR), shall carry out contiguous farming projects in order to effect suitable field shapes and sizes conducive to efficient operation of agricultural machinery and equipment and likewise to ensure economies of scale. The contiguous farming projects shall:

1. Promote farm land clustering with a minimum of fifty (50)-hectare cluster for synchronized farming operations, from land preparation to harvesting, in cooperation or contract with agricultural mechanized operation service providers;

2. Undertake farm development planning; and

3. Promote the strengthening of farmers cooperatives and associations.