CAVINTI, Laguna. The Field Agricultural Extension Services-Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (FAES-OPAg) recently initiated a significant project aimed at bolstering the skills and livelihoods of local fishermen. The launch of the “Techno Demo Aralan sa Pangisdaan” program took place in Barangay Bukal, Cavinti, benefiting thirty fishermen affiliated with the Samahan ng may Pangisdaan sa Lawa ng Lumot (SPLL).
Representing Provincial Agriculturist Marlon P. Tobias, Mr. Ernesto A. Jara, along with FAES staff, led the launch event, which saw the distribution of approximately six hundred (600) Tilapia breeders to the SPLL association as a starter package for their ten-week learning program.
The primary objective of this initiative is to enhance the fishermen’s skills in Tilapia fingerling production. With the knowledge and expertise gained during the training, these fishermen are expected to become more adept at Tilapia breeding, ultimately translating into an additional source of income for their families.
The program launch attracted the participation of various stakeholders, including staff from the Cavinti Municipal Agriculture Office and representatives from the National Power Corporation (NAPOCOR).
This initiative reflects a commitment to empowering local communities by equipping them with the necessary skills and resources to improve their livelihoods and contribute to the sustainable development of the region. The FAES-OPAg’s dedication to agricultural and fisheries development in Cavinti is poised to make a positive impact on the lives of these fishermen and their families.
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