Danao City hosts the Distribution of Agri-Fishery Inputs under the FAITH (Food Always in the Home) Program of the Cebu Provincial Government at the CTU Danao City Campus, benefiting 250 recipients from Districts 4, 5, and 6, covering 18 local government units from Cordova to Asturias.

In his remarks, Mayor Nito Durano highlights the importance of the FAITH Program in promoting self-sustaining and self-reliant communities, particularly for farmers and fisherfolk.

He notes that continuous agricultural support strengthens household food security and opens wider livelihood opportunities at the community level.

Governor Pamela Baricuatro stresses her administration’s commitment to enhancing and carefully managing agricultural programs, ensuring these initiatives receive the attention and resources needed to truly benefit farmers and fisherfolk.

She notes that there were opportunities in the past that could have been handled better, and under her leadership, the provincial government aims to prioritize agriculture as a key tool to reduce poverty. She also highlights the importance of farm-to-market roads, enabling farmers to bring their produce to market efficiently.

Governor Pam also encourages farmers to coordinate with their barangay captains or city mayors for requests and assistance, so the Provincial Government can identify solutions and provide support— with the AgriLink program on Farm-to-Market road infrastructure.

During the activity, the Provincial Government showcased the Refrigerated Delivery Van (Ref Van), designed to transport agricultural and marine produce while maintaining freshness and quality. Governor Baricuatro expressed her intention to provide a Ref Van to every LGU in the province to further strengthen the supply chain.

Additionally, the AgriLink Cebu Online Portal was launched, serving as a digital marketplace for local producers. Through this platform, farmers and fisherfolk can post and update their produce for sale, while buyers can easily connect with local suppliers, improving income opportunities and market access.

A ceremonial distribution of agricultural and fishery inputs was conducted, including vegetable and corn seeds, assorted fruit tree seedlings, fertilizers, fishery inputs, native chickens, and farm tools and equipment.

The initiative aligns with Danao City’s (uder the Durano Leadership) priorities on livelihood, food security, and agricultural development, reflecting strong collaboration between the city and the Provincial Government to empower local communities.