TRECE MARTIRES CITY, CAVITE — The Trece Martires City Nutrition Committee successfully gathered on September 2, 2026, for its 3rd Quarter Meeting to fortify the city's health, food security, and livelihood programs, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that every Treceño receives the care and support they deserve.
Health and Nutrition Breakthroughs
The committee highlighted significant progress in its health and nutrition initiatives, including breakthroughs from Operation Timbang Plus 2026, the city's annual mass weighing activity that identifies and addresses malnutrition among children. The city has also conducted Vitamin A Supplementation campaigns to boost children's immune systems and prevent deficiencies, alongside the "Buntis Day" healthcare campaigns that provide essential prenatal care and support for expectant mothers. These programs reflect the city's comprehensive approach to addressing nutrition at every stage of life, from infancy to motherhood.
Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture
Food security remains a cornerstone of Trece Martires' nutrition strategy, with the city expanding sustainable agriculture through several key programs. The HAPAG Program, a national initiative promoting household food gardening, encourages families to grow their own nutritious vegetables. KADIWA ng Pangulo continues to provide affordable agricultural products directly to consumers, while school-based "Gulayan sa Paaralan" programs teach students the value of sustainable farming and nutrition. These initiatives collectively strengthen the local food supply chain and ensure access to fresh, affordable produce for residents.
Youth Wellness and Livelihood Support
The committee also emphasized stronger implementation of the School-Based Feeding Program, which provides nutritious meals to undernourished students, and the WASH in Schools (WinS) program, which promotes proper hygiene and sanitation facilities in educational institutions. For nutritionally vulnerable families, specialized livelihood training is being offered by PESO, the Housing Office, and Cooperatives to uplift their economic conditions. Through continuous teamwork and strategic planning, the City Government of Trece Martires remains fully committed to nourishing the minds, bodies, and future of our community. Sama-sama para sa isang mas malusog, masustansiya, at mas matatag na komunidad!
