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THE NATION’S ADVOCATE FOR TRUTH, JUSTICE AND PROGRESS Volume XIIl, No. 149
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and aqua-related projects of local government units (LGUs) and governmentowned and controlled corporations (GOCCs). In terms of economic activities, P64.5 billion of the agri loans were channeled to boost livestock and crop production, while P120 billion accounted for
loans for agri-processing and trading. Meanwhile, P87.3 billion supported the construction and improvement of essential agri infrastructures such as public markets, farm-tomarket roads, warehouses, cold storages, and irrigation systems, among others.
LANDBANK agri loans jump 14.8% to P271.8-B as of Q1 2023
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he Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) continues to firm up its support to the agriculture sector, with outstanding loans reaching P271.8 billion as of 31 March 2023 – a 14.8% year-on-year growth from P236.8 billion in the same period in 2022.
Of the Bank’s agri loans, P42.3 billion directly benefitted small farmers and fishers, including those which were channeled through cooperatives and farmers’ associations, rural financial institutions and other conduits. “LANDBANK contin-
ues to provide accessible financing for small farmers and fishers, as well as the whole agri-value chain. We are fully committed to supporting the National Government’s efforts to ensure food security towards advancing growth that is sustainable and inclusive,” said LANDBANK President
and CEO Cecilia Cayosa Borromeo. As support to other agri-value chain players, LANDBANK extended P181.2 billion to finance the requirements of small, medium and large agribusinesses. The remaining P48.3 billion in loans backed agri-
See LANDBANK, page 11
LGU Magsaysay in MISOR adopts DOST RxBox Telehealth device The Local Government Unit of Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental adopts the RxBox telehealth device for enhanced healthcare services in the municipality. In partnership with the Department of Science and Technology, the LGU will now make use of the unit at the Municipal Health Office. RxB ox is a multicomponent system (biomedical device, electronic medical record system and telemedicine training) designed to provide better access to lifesaving health care services in isolated and disadvantaged communities nationwide. The ceremonial turnover held on March 31 was held with the presence of the Municipal Mayor, Charlie Buhisan, alongside with the Municipal Health Officer, Dr. Fortunato M. Ramonal at the town hall. The department heads of the local government unit witnessed the said turn-over. Dr. Ramonal in his acceptance speech, emphasized the features of the RxBox device and how it will positively impact the people of Magsaysay.
it will be commercially available. The RxBox telehealth device is among the Department of Science and Technology’s efforts for a “Smarter Philippines''. It is also an ICT (Information and Communications Technology) innovation designed to support the Department of Health’s call for Kalusugang Pangkalahatan or Universal Health Care. Its major goal is to provide better access to life-saving health care services in isolated and disadvantaged communities nationwide. DOST-X and LGU Magsaysay representatives during the turnover of one RxBox device in Town (Jesther Marlou Orong/ DOST10) Hall, Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental on March 31, 2023. “With its telehealth system function, easy referral of patients to tertiary hospitals will be realized”, Dr. Ramonal explained. Mayor Buhisan expressed his gratitude to the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) for receiving the RxBox device. "Through this device, we can bring the healthcare services closer to the Filipinos”, said Mayor Buhisan. He also signified the interest of the LGU in procuring the device by the time
DENR 10 JOINS CLEAN-UP DRIVE
In line with the Earth Inc., a non-profit orgaDay annual celebration, nization registered by the Department of Envi- the Security Exchange ronment and Natural Resources, Region 10 joins with the Cagayan de Oro City Local Environment and Natural Resources Office, various national government agencies, academe, private organizations, youth groups and other volunteers for the clean-up drive on April 22 in Coastal Road, Barangay Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City. An estimated of 4,000 volunteers participated in the Earth Day activity to demonstrate support for environmental protection and to promote sustainable development to raise awareness on environmental issues and encourage people to protect planet Earth. The Earth Day 2023 DOST-X representatives explaining the contents of the RxBox to LGU representatives, including was spearheaded by the various parts of the telehealth device needed KUSGAN VOLUNTEERS to perform its features.
Commission as part of their advocacy on nature conservancy. (Jesha May
N. Bagtoltol) RSCIG No. 04-120-2023 #TayoAngKalikasan