The Provincial Government of Negros Oriental continues to strengthen its agricultural and fisheries development efforts through improved coordination among government agencies and partner institutions. Provincial Program Coordinators and key agri-fishery partners recently gathered for a two-day workshop focused on aligning commodity programs, expanding their reach, and achieving sustainable results. The initiative aims to turn individual program efforts into a more unified approach to provincial development.
Strengthening Partnerships for Agricultural Development
The workshop, led by NOAFEC Center Director BM Woodrow S. Maquiling Sr., brought together representatives from various government offices and partner institutions. The activity emphasized the importance of cooperation in making agricultural and fisheries programs more effective. Participants reviewed previous capacity-building activities, discussed challenges, and identified opportunities to improve their respective programs through stronger partnerships and shared resources.
Expanding Programs for Farmers and Fisherfolk
A major focus of the workshop was scaling up commodity programs to reach more beneficiaries and improve productivity. Discussions highlighted the need to strengthen farmer and fisherfolk organizations, increase the adoption of agricultural practices, and create better enterprise opportunities. Through the SHAPE UP activity, participants also explored how their individual programs could contribute to shared provincial goals by combining their resources, skills, and experiences.
Building a Unified Roadmap for Sustainable Results
The workshop also supported the review and updating of the Collaborative Provincial Agriculture and Fisheries Extension Program (CPAFEP), which serves as a unified roadmap for the province’s agri-fishery development efforts. The National Office of Agricultural and Fisheries Extension Center (NOAFEC), under the Office of Governor Manuel L. Sagarbarria, continues to coordinate with partner institutions to advance this initiative. By strengthening cooperation and aligning programs with provincial priorities, Negros Oriental aims to build a more inclusive, coordinated, and results-oriented agricultural and fisheries sector.
