Zamboanga del Sur Secures P345 Million for Agricultural Infrastructure Development
Zamboanga del Sur sees agriculture growth with P345-M FMR projects
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Zamboanga del Sur's provincial government has secured P345 million for 22 farm-to-market road projects aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and economic growth. Funded by the Department of Agriculture, these projects will improve access for farmers and strengthen local economies.
- 01The P345 million investment will fund 22 farm-to-market road projects across various municipalities in Zamboanga del Sur.
- 02Governor Divina Grace Yu described the infrastructure investment as a 'game-changer' for farmers, lowering transport costs and improving market access.
- 03The funding comes from the Department of Agriculture's allocations under the 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA).
- 04Agriculture Undersecretary Arrey Perez indicated that this is the first Memorandum of Agreement signed this year with a local government unit for such projects.
- 05The province is focusing on enhancing local value chains, particularly for crops like coffee and cacao, alongside traditional staples like rice and corn.
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The provincial government of Zamboanga del Sur has announced a significant investment of P345 million for the development of 22 farm-to-market road projects. This funding, provided by the Department of Agriculture under the 2026 General Appropriations Act, aims to enhance agricultural productivity by improving access for farmers to markets, thereby reducing transportation costs and stimulating local economies. Governor Divina Grace Yu emphasized the importance of these projects as a 'game-changer' for rural development, connecting farms to markets and communities to opportunities. The Memorandum of Agreement for these projects was signed by Yu and DA-Region 9 director Vener Dilig, marking a collaborative effort to support agricultural infrastructure. The investment will cover various municipalities, including Midsalip, Josefina, and Pagadian City, and is expected to strengthen market linkages and improve the delivery of agricultural products. The province is known for its diverse crop production, including rice, corn, cacao, and coffee, and aims to further develop high-value crops through these infrastructure improvements.
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The investment is expected to improve agricultural productivity and economic growth in Zamboanga del Sur by enhancing transportation infrastructure for farmers.
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