DA-10 Chief, MisOcc Governor strategize for agricultural program implementation

 


Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental—The Department of Agriculture - 10 Regional Executive Director Jose Apollo Y. Pacamalan met with Misamis Occidental Governor Henry S. Oaminal to discuss the strategic implementation of agricultural programs in the province.

This meeting aimed to strengthen partnerships and collaborations to enhance the effectiveness of agricultural initiatives.

The discussions centered on addressing the challenges faced by the DA, local government, and farmers in executing agricultural projects at the grassroots level.

As part of a strategic action plan, the DA and the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) identified specific roles for their respective offices to ensure timely and optimal implementation of the Rice Farmers Financial Assistance (RFFA), Fertilizer Discount Voucher (FDV), and agricultural infrastructure projects under the Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), a World Bank-funded initiative.

Director Pacamalan also encouraged the PLGU to explore bamboo and coconut as potential champion commodities for the province, emphasizing their economic potential and suitability for local conditions.

The meeting included representatives from Misamis Occidental's Provincial Agriculture, Veterinary, and Planning offices, along with the DA-10's operating units. This collaborative effort aimed to streamline the implementation system for agricultural projects between the two government offices.

This approach aligns with DA Secretary’s agenda of ensuring an efficient logistics system for farm inputs to improve production output, thereby contributing to the overall agricultural development in Misamis Occidental.


Regional Executive Director Jose Apollo Y. Pacamalan from the Department of Agriculture recently held discussions with Misamis Occidental Governor Henry S. Oaminal. The meeting focused on the strategic implementation of agricultural programs within the province.





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