Executive Order 116

Section 16 of Executive Order No. 116 defines the functions of the BAS as follows: 1) to collect, compile and release official agricultural statistics; 2) to exercise technical supervision over data collection centers; and 3) to coordinate all agricultural statistics and economic research activities of all bureaus, corporations and offices under the Department of Agriculture.

Republic Act No. 8435

Section 41 of the AFMA mandates the BAS to serve as the central information source and server of the National Information Network (NIN) of the DA; and to provide technical assistance to end-users in accessing and analyzing product and market information and technology.