About 4,500 bags at 20 kilos/bag of inbred rice seeds under the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) are set for distribution to rice farmers.
And today, the local government started the 8-day distribution of inbred rice seeds, giving out a total of 616 bags to 350 farmers: 107 bags to 84 farmers of Brgy. Lungao; 267 bags to 119 farmers of Brgy. Dalumpinas; 142 bags to 90 farmers of Brgy. Salingcob; and 85 bags to 57 farmers of Brgy. Fianza.
Among the rice seed varieties for distribution include NSIC Rc 160, Rc 222, and Rc 358.
According to Mayor Alice, all barangays will have their share of inbred rice seeds to increase their potential for competitiveness. These farmer-beneficiaries are those listed in the Registry System for Basic Sectors in Agriculture (RSBSA).
Prior to the distribution, farmers will be provided with technical briefings on seed preparation and other interventions and technologies for them to achieve the target yield in their areas.
The distribution forms part of the administration’s campaign in extending support and assistance to our farmers through the implementation of agrarian programs that will help them recover their losses.
All other beneficiaries yet to receive are advised to take note and follow the schedule for the distribution to avoid conflict and overcrowding.
