MAKILALA, North Cotabato– Farmers in this upland town got free 50 goats courtesy of the provincial government of North Cotabato, officials announced Monday.
The animal dispersal program was led by Provincial Veterinarian Dr.RufinoSorupia and Provincial Board Member Noel Baynosa.
Sorupia said goat meats are in demand in South East Asia and the dispersal of goats, not only in Makilala but in the entire province, will provide additional income for farmers.
Sorupia said since 2011 up to the present, the “SerbisyongTotoo Animal dispersal program” of the provincial government had dispersed an estimated P 7 million worth of goat animals.
He encouraged other farmers who want to avail of the program to write a letter of intent to the provincial governor.
Board Member Baynosa said that the animal dispersal program of the province was only a part of the entire comprehensive program of the SerbisyongTotoo.
He said it was designed to address the basic needs of the communities in enhancing livelihood capabilities to sustain and enhance poverty alleviation.
Baynosa said the animal program is continuing and advocacy of the SerbisyongTotoo of the province of North Cotabato by distributing large animals, including hogs and goats, aimed at saturating the whole province.
Makilala Mayor Rudy Caoagdan lauded North Cotabato Gov. Emily Mendoza for her regular support and partnership with Makilala LGU on programs and projects that benefit the less privilege. (pna)
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