The City Government of Dagupan handed over Agricultural Machinery to local farmers in a turnover activity today, November 15, at the Dagupan City Plaza.
Mayor Belen Fernandez assured the farmers that the city is working hard to ensure that allocated funds, especially in the agricultural sector, would benefit them the most.
“Kaya kung ano yung pondo na meron, sisiguraduhin po natin na makakatulong po sainyo.” the mayor said.
One hundred fifty (150) local farmers of the city from barangay Mangin, Salisay, Tebeng, Malued and Bolosan received a total of fifteen (15) units of Kuliglig (Hand Tractor), ten (10) units of Water Pump, and Engine Set complete with accessories and fittings.
City Agriculture Office Head Mary Ann Salomon reported that this was the result of efficient communication between the local government unit and the city’s farmers with the goal of responding to their needs.
In a call for Dengue Prevention, the City Health Office – Sanitation Division and Epidemiology Unit led by Armie Claveria also turned over ten (10) units of Misting Machines to be received by ten (10) identified barangays.
The activity is a testament to the city’s efforts in achieving Sustainable Development Goals 1 (No Poverty) and 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).
