Over 800 rice farmers in San Marcelino, Zambales received financial aid and fertilizer subsidy under the Zambales Fertilizer Subsidy Program. The initiative aims to boost agricultural productivity, income, and development in the province. (Photo courtesy of San Marcelino Public Information Office)
SAN MARCELINO, Zambales — Over 800 rice farmers in this town received financial assistance and fertilizer subsidy on Tuesday, December 17, under the Provincial Government of Zambales’ (PGZ) Fertilizer Subsidy Program.
The distribution of financial aid was held at the Municipal Evacuation Center in Sitio San Carias, Barangay Laoag, and was spearheaded by Gov. Hermogenes Ebdane Jr.
He said the program aims to help farmers purchase fertilizers to improve productivity, increase income, and promote agricultural development in the province.
The initiative is also part of ongoing efforts to support local farmers and enhance the agricultural industry, which remains a cornerstone of San Marcelino’s economy and livelihood.
Present during the event were San Marcelino Mayor Elmer Soria, municipal councilor Nestor Ignacio, municipal agriculturist Remin Sardo, senior agriculturist Arnel Abayan from the Provincial Agriculture Office, and Barangay Laoag Chair Jerry Mariano.
Soria lauded the dedication, patience, and perseverance of the town’s farmers, highlighting their essential role in society.
He also expressed gratitude to Ebdane for implementing agriculture-focused programs that benefit San Marcelino.
Soria also promised to continue the collaboration with the PGZ and other agencies to boost the agricultural sector in the municipality.