DA funds agri projects in Limay, Bataan

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The Department of Agriculture (DA) and its attached agencies are pushing for several projects that would boost the country’s food security.

DA yesterday turned over to the local government of Limay, Bataan P5 million for the establishment of a permanent Kadiwa rolling store.

The agency also launched the Zero Kilometer Food Project in the town.

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DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the Kadiwa project will benefit 28 farmers’ cooperatives and associations with a total 3,826 members. Of the P5 million, P1 million will be the trading capital to support the center.

“A permanent Kadiwa store in Limay promises affordable, fresh and safe food for local consumers while providing farmers with increased income opportunities. However, this is just the beginning: more initiatives are needed to sustain this momentum,” Tiu Laurel said.

DA also led the signing of an agreement with the local government unit of Limay, Bataan Peninsula State University and Limay Polytechnic College for the launch of a Zero Kilometer Food Project in the area.

Zero KM is an initiative launched last year in the towns of Hermosa and Dinalupihan. The project promotes healthy eating while minimizing cost and impact on the environment by consuming locally-grown fruits, vegetable and other agricultural products.

Meanwhile, the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) said the inaugural import of fresh chilled tuna from the port of Tahuna, Indonesia worth over two metric tons were unloaded at the General Santos Fish Port Complex last month.

PFDA said recipients of the imported products were JFRCO Corp. and Tenpoint Manufacturing Corp. through the Glaukos Trading Corp.

The agency said the move is seen to strengthen international ties while also opening new avenues for trade and cooperation between Indonesia and General Santos City as well as in helping the government’s intent of adopting a flexible policy towards the attainment of food security.

 

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