By PR | 07:20 PM September 22, 2023
TAGBILARAN CITY – The Provincial Government of Bohol (PGBh) and the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) held discussions on various collaborative efforts to strengthen cooperatives in the province.
Gov. Aris Aumentado welcomed Undersecretary Joseph Encabo, CDA chairperson, at the Capitol Thursday to pursue discussions on cooperatives concerns.
The governor reaffirmed his commitment to bolster local cooperatives.
Emphasizing the importance of exploring effective strategies to assist and further develop local cooperatives, Aumentado said he hopes this will benefit enterprises across the province.
Both Aumentado and Encabo recognized the potential of farmers cooperative to significantly improve the lives of Boholano farmers by providing substantial support to local and agricultural workers.
Encabo also expressed his commitment to assist the province, acknowledging the substantial cooperative development potential present in the region through the assistance of various government agencies.
The CDA has been actively involved in promoting and supporting cooperatives nationwide, making it an essential partner in fostering economic growth at the local level.
Region 7 Director Cristina Villamil, CPDAS Head Niza Cagulada, CDA Bohol Focal Persons Gemma Resquir (1st district and Provincial CDS), Jim Ryan Badayos (2nd district and CDS 2), and Alvin Villamia (3rd district and CDS 2), first district board member Lucille Lagunay, newly elected chairperson of the Provincial Cooperative Development Council, Officer-In-Charge Ma. Conrada Fuentes and Project Development Officer Clovis Llorente were also present during the courtesy visit. (PIMO/JSS)
