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DA Grants 2.5 Million Pesos for Livestock Economic Enterprise and Development Program in Palawan

  CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Department of Agriculture (DA) Mimaropa Region, led by Regional Executive Director Engr. Maria Christine C. Inting and Regional Livestock Program Focal Person Dr. Maria Teresa O. Altayo, recently oversaw the turnover of the Livestock Economic Enterprise and Development Program for Goat in Lagow. The project was awarded to the Uma Integrated Farm of the Palawan State University Multi-Purpose Cooperative (PSU-MPC) and took place in Lagow sa Uma Integrated Farm located in Barangay Magbabadil, Aborlan, Palawan.  

Revitalizing Cooperative Development

According to Dr. Altayo, this cooperative grant represents a significant milestone as the first major project of its kind in the entire Mimaropa region. The project, valued at 2.5 million pesos, included the establishment of a goat house and the provision of 36 goat stocks. "This initiative is a response to the government's mandate to strengthen cooperatives. To ensure the project's sustainability, the cooperative will redistribute or transfer the offspring to its members, gradually expanding distribution to the wider community." "Additionally, it is essential that the goats are registered with the Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation (PCIC) to safeguard the project's success," explained Dr. Altayo.  

Empowering Livestock Development

During the official awarding ceremony, Engr. Inting presented the project to the Palawan State University Multi-Purpose Cooperative, expressing hope that it would align with the efforts of the President and Secretary of the DA. The project aims to not only enhance livestock production but also provide farmers with increased yield and income opportunities. "This project addresses the logistics and transportation challenges associated with livestock in the region. Every province should have an empowered and strengthened cooperative capable of undertaking such initiatives." "Eventually, we envision purchasing goats from the cooperative to distribute among other cooperatives across Palawan province." "We will continue to collaborate with the Local Government and the Province of Palawan to ensure we meet your agricultural needs to the best of our ability," said Engr. Inting.  

Acknowledging Gratitude and Responsibility

The PSU-MPC, under the leadership of Dr. Erlinda Ganapin, expressed their gratitude to all those involved in the successful completion and administration of the project. They extended their heartfelt appreciation to the Local Government of Aborlan, the Barangay Council of Magbadil, and the entire community for their support and assistance. The PSU-MPC emphasized their profound gratitude to the Department of Agriculture for providing this remarkable opportunity. By empowering cooperatives and facilitating agricultural projects like this, the DA aims to drive sustainable livestock development and uplift the livelihoods of farmers throughout the region.   Sources: THX News & Department of Agriculture Mimaropa. Read the full article