NEGROS ORIENTAL, Philippines — A new chapter in agricultural progress unfolded on the as the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) formally turned over farm tractors and a rice harvester worth ₱7.3 million to six Agrarian Reform Beneficiary (ARB) associations in the province of Negros Oriental, during a ceremony held in front of the Macias Sports Center in Dumaguete City on July 10.

The beneficiaries are from Bayawan City, Sibulan, Tanjay City, Jimalalud, and Canlaon City.

DAR Undersecretary Rowena Niña Taduran led the distribution alongside Negros Oriental Governor Manuel “Chaco” L. Sagarbarria, whose presence underscored the Provincial Government’s steadfast commitment to empowering farmers through modernization and sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Also in attendance was second district representative Congresswoman Ma. Isabel “Maisa” L. Sagarbarria and DAR–NIR Regional Director Lucrecia Taberna.

The newly provided farm machinery is expected to boost productivity, reduce labor costs, and uplift the lives of agrarian reform beneficiaries, reaffirming the shared vision of national and local leaders for a more prosperous and resilient agricultural sector in Negros Oriental.