The province of Nueva Vizcaya, under the leadership Governor Atty.Jose “Jing” V. Gambito, is set to receive a P7.5 million fund from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).

This funding marks a significant collaboration between the provincial government and DOLE, aimed at enhancing the growing coffee industry in the province.

DOLE Provincial Director Elizabeth U. Martinez, revealed that the allocated funds will be used to support and further develop the coffee industry in Nueva Vizcaya.

The beneficiaries of this initiative include five Coffee Farmers Associations from the municipalities of Ambaguio, Sta. Fe, Kasibu, Kayapa, and Dupax del Sur.

According to Martinez, the funds will be dedicated to purchasing essential equipment for the coffee farmers, enabling them to improve their production capabilities.

In addition to supporting the farmers, DOLE will also allocate funds to 13 coffee shops across the province. Each coffee shop will receive between P250,000 to P300,000, intended for training and equipment to enhance the quality of their coffee offerings.

Governor Gambito expressed his gratitude towards DOLE for their support, stating, “We are thankful for this funding from the Department of Labor and Employment. This support is a vital step towards the growth of our coffee industry. We cannot solely rely on the provincial government’s fund, as it is limited and insufficient to implement all our programs effectively. Therefore, we must partner with national agencies to secure additional funding, ensuring the continuous development and prosperity of our province.”

The provincial government and DOLE anticipate that the funds will be downloaded to the province within the month, as stated by Martinez.

This initiative is expected to significantly boost the local coffee industry, providing both farmers and coffee shop owners with the necessary resources to thrive and compete in the market. (Post from Gayyem TV)