Source:ZSOPCA receives 1.5M from DA RIX
Today, amidst the pouring rain, our hearts are filled with joy and gratitude. The Department of Agriculture Region IX has showered us with their unwavering support, granting us PhP1.5 million for Marketing and Equipment Assistance through their KADIWA Financial Assistance Program.
Representing the Zamboanga del Sur Organic Producers and Consumers Association (ZSOPCA), our chairperson, Oscar Suano, along with Claudio Bulaco and Mabel Carumba, vice-chairperson and secretary respectively, received this much-needed financial boost. The timing couldn't be more perfect as some of our organic rice farmers have already begun harvesting their produce. With this generous grant, we can now confidently purchase our hardworking farmer members’ harvest.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the former DA Region IX Director, Dennis Arpia, who made sure that we received this vital support before his transfer to another region. Our thanks also go to the dedicated women leading the Agri-business and Marketing Assistance Division, as well as the Rice Organic Program. Marissa Mohammad, Jonah Corpuz, Bing Timpla, Janice Legaspi, and their remarkable teams who consistently go above and beyond to ensure we can benefit from the DA's programs and assistance.
Let's raise a toast to the power of sustainable partnerships and collaborations! Together, we can create a brighter and more prosperous future our small food producers .
July 13, 2023
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