PGOM-PAGO spearheads successful KADIWA ng Pangulo Event

In support to the nationwide implementation of KADIWA ng Pangulo (KNP), the Provincial Government of Oriental Mindoro, through the Provincial Agriculturist’s Office in partnership with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), hosted a successful event on July 17, 2023, at the Provincial Capitol Complex grounds in Camilmil, Calapan City.

The KNP initiative, which translates to “Katuwang Sa Diwa at Gawa Para sa Masaganang Ani At Mataas na Kita“, aims to provide consumers with affordable yet high-quality goods while facilitating market access for farmers and micro-enterprises. Eighteen exhibitors, including Farmer Associations, MSMEs, Citimart Island Mall, and NFA, showcased their products during the event.

The event witnessed the active participation of Governor Humerlito “Bonz” Dolor who led the ceremonial ribbon cutting to officially open the Kadiwa Market. Also present during this occasion are Vice Governor Ejay Falcon, DILG Provincial Director Maria Victoria J. Del Rosario, DA MIMAROPA APCO Artemio Casareno, DTI Representative Ms. Fely Joy C. Dinglasan, NFA Representative Ms. Asela P. Infantado, and Provincial Agriculturist Christine M. Pine.

This collaborative effort by the Provincial Government and its partner agencies highlighted the commitment to replicate such initiatives, ensuring a consistent supply of fresh produce to local consumers. The bigger goal is to promote locally manufactured products and foster market access for farmers and MSMEs, further contributing to the economic growth of Oriental Mindoro.

Simultaneous to the event, PAGO has awarded agricultural carts to two Farmer Associations actively involved in organic farming, namely, the Samahang Pangkabuhayan ng Iligan and the Farmville Farmers Association for Upland Organics. These mobile agricultural carts are intended to streamline the marketing and sales processes for the organic products produced by these beneficiary FAs.