Governor Oaminal’s all-out support to MisOcc Farmers: free fertilizers, free use of farm implements and equipment to boost agricultural development

 


Misamis Occidental— In a significant initiative to enhance agricultural development, Governor Henry S. Oaminal assured farmers in Misamis Occidental of the extensive program and the provincial government’s support to provide free fertilizers, free use of farm implements and equipment to farmers in Misamis Occidental. This program aims to increase rice production output, boost farmers' incomes, and reduce production costs.

Governor Oaminal’s improved implementation of this assistance program ensures that tractors, threshers, and other farm implements, which were provided by the government under the administration OF President Bongbong Marcos, are now more accessible to farmers. This initiative is a result of the collaborative efforts led by Senator Cynthia Villar, the Department of Agriculture, and the province of Misamis Occidental.

Previously, these resources were given to farmers' associations, which required farmers to pay for usage, including maintenance, fuel, and operator costs but under Governor Oaminal's administration, these resources are now provided directly to local government units (LGUs), ensuring that farmers no longer need to pay for their use. The LGUs will cover the expenses for drivers, fuel, and maintenance, fully supporting the farmers as intended by the program.

Governor Oaminal spearheaded the distribution of various assistance measures, including the turnover of rescue vehicles, financial support for rice farmers, cutting-edge agricultural equipment, portable solar dryers, carrageenan plant growth promoter, and payouts for the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP).

"Our administration’s goal is to support farmers from land preparation to post-harvest," Governor Oaminal shared. "This includes free rice seeds, fertilizers, harvesting, and processing facilities. By integrating provincial efforts with national government programs, we aim to provide comprehensive assistance to our farmers,’’ he added.

The provincial government will also receive two rice processing facilities, that will BE put up in Oroquieta City (District 1) and another in Tangub City (District 2), with assistance from DA - PhilMech. These facilities will help reduce production costs for rice farmers by providing free milling services.

The province has allocated P76 million for the establishment of these milling facilities. Despite not increasing the provincial budget, effective fund management ensures sufficient resources without the need for additional borrowing.

Additionally, the MisOcc government with the backing up of President Bongbong Marcos has released financial assistance to rice farmers in Oroquieta City, further demonstrating its commitment to agricultural development and support for the farming community.

This comprehensive agricultural development program highlights the provincial government's dedication to enhancing the livelihoods of farmers and ensuring sustainable agricultural growth in Misamis Occidental. (SN/PGMO)



Working Governor Henry S. Oaminal's comprehensive support for MisOcc Farmers: free fertilizers and farm equipment to boost agricultural development.



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