TARLAC CITY – About 28 backyard farmers and bakery owners recently received supplementary livelihood packages from the municipal government of Moncada and Pilmico.
The aid consisting of piglets, egg machines, and bakery starter sets were awarded during the launching of the Mahalin Pagkaing Atin program.
“These supplementary livelihood packages aim to help our kababayans in putting up their own businesses and promote sustainable entrepreneurship,” Mayor Estelita Aquino said.
Beneficiaries also attended lectures on animal husbandry and nutrition, basic and advanced baking, microfinancing, and branding.
Mahalin Pagkaing Atin Ambassador Chef Boy Logro likewise took part in the program through his cooking demos that showcased different dishes using pork, chicken and eggs./Trixie Joy B. Manalili/CLJD/PIA-3