Twelve associations across eight barangays received financial support under PAMANA, helping community groups develop enterprises that can provide longer-term livelihood opportunities.
Four community groups received fresh livelihood capital from DSWD, providing financial support for enterprises managed by farmers and vendors in Negros Occidental.
Community involvement remains an important part of wildlife protection, as shown by two Cotabato residents who voluntarily entrusted rescued species to the DENR.
Technology could take a bigger role in Philippine agriculture as the DA considers satellite-based systems and artificial intelligence for food security initiatives.