CABANGLASAN, Bukidnon (October 28, 2026) — To boost crop yields and livestock
production in vulnerable rural communities, the national government released P900,000 in seed
capital grants to three local farmers’ associations here on Oct. 8, 2026.

Distributed under the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s Sustainable Livelihood
Program–PAyapa at MAsaganang PamayaNAn (DSWD-SLP-PAMANA), the funding provides
direct financial backing for post-harvest facilities, farm machinery, and essential agricultural and
veterinary supplies.
The initiative supports conflict-vulnerable and peace-agreement areas by combining capital seed
funds with capacity building to lift rural incomes, reduce poverty, and sustain local peace.
According to Mayor Bernie C. Castillanes, each association received P300,000 through DSWD-
PAMANA.
“The municipal government provided logistical support, technical assistance, community
preparation activities, and project monitoring to help implement the projects,” he said.
In Barangay Poblacion, officials led the groundbreaking for a post-harvest facilities project for
the Cabanglasan Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative. The P300,000 grant will support improved
harvest handling and storage, helping reduce post-harvest losses and preserve produce quality.
“Officials then turned over the P300,000 Agricultural Supply Project to the Hilop Water System
Association in Sitio Hilop. The project will provide farm inputs and materials to support crop
production and community livelihoods,” Castillanes said.
In Sitio Tagiptip, officials turned over the P300,000 Agricultural and Agrivet Supply Project to
the Tagiptip Water Association. The project aims to improve access to agricultural and veterinary
supplies for crop farmers and livestock raisers.
The activities carried the theme, “Panaghiusa ug Kauswagan, Bag-ong Kusog sa Panguma, Bag-
ong Paglaum alang sa mga Mag-uuma sa Cabanglasan,” emphasizing how cooperation can
strengthen agriculture and improve farmers’ livelihoods.
Castillanes said these projects are expected to boost farm productivity, strengthen local
organizations, and create more income for rural households.
The municipal government, DSWD-PAMANA, community associations, and the 8th Infantry
Battalion are also working together to support peace and development by extending livelihood
assistance to communities.

“Our local government continues to support farmers and improve access to essential services
across Cabanglasan. These initiatives also advance the municipality’s vision, ‘Pag-ani sa
Kalampusan, Pagpadayon sa Kalambuan,’” the mayor said. (Gryzl Francess L. Adviento/PIA-
10/Bukidnon)