The LGU says regular cleanups are essential to keeping coastal areas safe, preventing pollution, and protecting marine habitats affected by daily waste accumulation.
The reforestation activity highlights the commitment of government agencies and communities to revive mangrove forests that safeguard biodiversity and support fisheries.
Press Officer Undersecretary Claire Castro said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the development of science-based and technology-driven programs to boost disaster preparedness and food security.
During the “Usapang Agribiz: Forum on Agribusiness Opportunities in Philippine Livestock and Poultry” held on November 9, the DA introduced programs designed to help OFWs invest their savings in agriculture enterprises.
The event is being held at the Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary in Cebu, the country’s first Flyway Network Site and a Ramsar-designated wetland of international importance.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the initiative supports the Bagong Pilipinas vision of transforming agriculture into a progressive, tech-driven sector.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said ongoing reforms in farm mechanization, irrigation, and clustering continue to boost productivity and farmers’ incomes.