22/04/2012
Agricultural Services and Facilities
The Department of Agriculture, through the Office for Agricultural Services, has been extending Agricultural Services and providing facilities for the continuous development of the agricultural sector of the municipality. Various programs and projects had been initiated by said agency to assist farmers, landowners, and farm workers in their endeavors. Farming practice and technologies being introduced include the following:
use of high yielding varieties of rice and corn
use of newly released varieties of rice
proper land preparation and management
proper application of fertilizers and chemicals
integrated pest management (IPM)
use of pest-resistant varieties
organic matter and rapid composing preparation
animal health care and management
regular immunization of livestock
