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Discover how the Department of Agriculture allocated P855.7M for Negros Occidental's eight banner programs in 2024. With the largest share going to farm-to-market roads, find out which projects received the biggest allocations and the overall impact on the province's agricultural development. Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson's proactive approach and the DA's plans for the province are also highlighted in this comprehensive report.
Discover how the Agricultural and Fishery Council (AFC) celebrated their volunteers' day, recognizing the vital role of farmers and fishers in driving the province's agriculture and fisheries industry. Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson lauds the council for their contributions to food security and agricultural productivity development. Read more about this event in Bacolod City on January 19. (PR)
Newly-elected Liga ng mga Barangay-Negros Occidental president, Punong Barangay Richard Julius Sablan, vows to prioritize anti-drug campaign. With 460 out of 601 barangays already drug-free, Sablan aims to support others in achieving the same status. Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson emphasizes the importance of inclusive and responsive governance for a drug-free province. Read more about the new Liga officers' commitment to anti-drug efforts.
E. B. Magalona earns Hall of Fame award for exceptional environmental governance, winning for the third consecutive year in the Abanse Negrense Good Environmental Governance Award (ANGEGA) in the Local Government Unit (LGU) category. The Municipality's outstanding performance was recognized by the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental, with a total of eight awards received. Mayor Marvin Malacon and the E. B. Magalona delegation were honored for their commitment and leadership in championing good environmental governance, further inspiring impactful initiatives and strengthening their commitment to protecting the environment. The awards came with cash prizes, and the Municipality had previously passed the Sustainability Levels 1 and 2 of ANGEGA in 2021 and 2022. The E. B. Magalona Blue Crab and Bird Sanctuaries and Mangrove Reserve- Local Conservation Area (EBM- LCA) was also recognized for its exemplary contribution in environmental conservation, protection, and rehabilitatio