ANGELES CITY, PAMPANGA - Residents looking to start their own vegetable patch or fruit garden can now visit the City Agriculture Office to claim free seeds and seedlings as part of the local government's urban agriculture program. The initiative, led by Mayor Carmelo "Jon" Lazatin II, aims to promote food security, encourage sustainable living, and help families reduce household expenses by growing their own food . Whether you have a spacious backyard or just a few pots on a balcony, the program offers a wide variety of plants to suit different spaces and needs.
What Plants Are Available and How to Get Them
The City Agriculture Office provides a diverse selection of plants, including vegetable seeds like Pechay, Mustasa, Sitaw, Kalabasa, Kangkong, and Okra, as well as vegetable seedlings such as Sili Labuyo, Sili Panigang, and Talong . For those interested in fruit trees, the office offers Guyabano, Langka, Rambutan, Sampalok, Papaya, Bayabas, Manga, and Mulberry, among others . The program also includes ornamental plants like Gumamela, Santan, and Bromeliad, and medicinal plants such as Lagundi and Oregano.
Residents can visit the City Agriculture Office at the Angeles City Hall in Pulung Maragul, open Monday to Thursday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Walk-ins are welcome, and no appointment is needed for individual requests . Schools, barangays, and community groups requesting bulk quantities need to submit a formal request letter and allow a site validation by the Agriculture Office to ensure the area is suitable for planting.
Supporting Food Security and a Greener Angeles City
The free seed distribution is part of the city's broader "Gulayan sa Barangay" and "Gulayan sa Paaralan" programs, which encourage community and school-based gardening to address malnutrition and promote self-sufficient food production . By making these resources accessible, the local government hopes to empower residents to take an active role in food production, even in limited spaces, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable Angeles City.
