The Department of Social Welfare and Development provides food packs to over 70,000 families affected by earthquakes as aftershocks continue to rock Surigao del Sur province.
Caraga Region sees a 5% increase in rice production, reaching more than 300,000 metric tons, attributed to high-yielding seeds, mechanization, and technology.
The Department of Agrarian Reform commits to advancing agrarian reform in Muslim Mindanao, providing new technologies and support services for farmers in the region.
Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian and Misamis Oriental Governor Peter Unabia signed an agreement to enhance Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation services.
More than a Php3 million grant empowers Carmen, Surigao del Sur local government unit to enhance logistical support for local farmers' products production and marketing.
Councilor Abaday emphasizes the need for waste segregation compliance, stating it can save resources for local governments, the PHP220M budget approved for 2024.