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AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
The Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABE) Division
The Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABE) Division has demonstrated efficient and results-oriented implementation of its programs and activities through the effective utilization of ₱3,402,919.99 funds. These resources were strategically directed toward infrastructure development, farm mechanization, data-driven planning, and inclusive capacity-building—significantly strengthening the province’s agricultural productivity and resilience. The fund supported a range of activities including the monitoring and evaluation of Farm-to-Market Roads (FMRs), farm machinery, rice nurseries, and other agricultural infrastructures in different municipalities across the province. In addition, through
To promote various agricultural programs to ensure the sustainability of farming and fisheries
The office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPA) of Occidental Mindoro has been instrumental in advancing the agricultural sector of the province, focusing on improving productivity and supporting farmers and fisherfolk, especially in light of challenges such as climate change and El Niño phenomenon. In 2024, OPA continued to promote various agricultural programs to ensure the sustainability of farming and fisheries, ultimately aiming to enhance food security and the livelihood of local communities. One of the key programs, the Rice Program,
Provides seasonal employment for nearly 80% of its residents, encompassing even children
Occidental Mindoro, known for its agricultural focus on food production, primarily centers its industry around rice cultivation (Oryza sativa), a vital staple crop in the Philippines. This sector provides seasonal employment for nearly 80% of its residents, encompassing even children. Given the rice crop’s reliance on water, wetland and lowland rice fields are tended to during the monsoon season, spanning from July, the planting season, to October, the harvest period. Conversely, non-water-intensive crops with lengthier growth cycles, such as tobacco,
The provincial government under Governor Eduardo B. Gadiano’s headship is maximizing its agriculture’s potentials by adopting and promoting new agriculture technologies and practices
To attain food security and self-sufficiency, the provincial government under Governor Eduardo B. Gadiano’s headship is maximizing its agriculture’s potentials by adopting and promoting new agriculture technologies and practices; and strengthened its implementation of programs, projects, and activities in support of farmers and fisherfolks. The Office of the Provincial Agriculturist in coordination with the Department of Agriculture performed a function in harmonizing, unified and effective implementation of agriculture and fishery development program in Occidental Mindoro in increasing agricultural productivity and
Agricultural Development program, Occidental Mindoro continues to be one of the top producers of palay in MIMAROPA Region
With regards to Agricultural Development program, Occidental Mindoro continues to be one of the top producers of palay in MIMAROPA Region with 366,952 metric tons total volume of palay production in year 2021. Among provinces in the region, Occidental Mindoro’s corn production reached 40,820.45 metric tons for the first quarter and 31,738 metric tons for the second quarter of 2021 – recorded as the highest share of about 86.93 percent and 91.3 percent respectively in the regional production of corn.