Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI) Officers led by President Edward Du, together with NOCCI Executive Director John Jalandoni took part in the two-day Tamlang Valley Management Council (TVMC) Project Identification Workshop held at Dumaguete Royal Suites Inn, Dumaguete City.
During the said activity, the TVMC, spearheaded by its Chair, Governor Manuel Sagarbarria, identified and consolidated all priority programs, projects, and activities (PPAs) for the Tamlang Valley Sustainable Agriculture for Growth and Resiliency (TVSAGR) Project. The identified PPAs will be included in each member agency’s budget proposal for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. The council also asked the member agencies on the status of their PPAs for TVSAGR Project for present fiscal year.
National government agencies present were Department of Agriculture-7, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority-7, Department of Public Works and Highways-7, National Irrigation Administration-7, Philippine Coconut Authority-7, Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority, Department of Social Welfare and Development-7, National Economic and Development Authority-7, Department of Science and Technology-7-Negros Oriental PSTO, Philippine Information Agency, and provincial government agencies- Provincial Veterinary Office, Provincial Engineering Office, and the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office.
NOCCI’s sister chamber and investment promotion partner in the Negros island, the Metro Bacolod Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MBCCI), represented by its President and AI-TEC Chairman, Mr. Roberto Montelibano, accompanied by AI-TEC Executive Director, Dr. Jose Rene Gayo, was also present in the said workshop.
The Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI), under the leadership of President Edward Du and Executive Director John Jalandoni, played a pivotal role in the Tamlang Valley Management Council’s (TVMC) Project Identification Workshop. Held at the Dumaguete Royal Suites Inn, Dumaguete City, the two-day workshop focused on shaping the Tamlang Valley Sustainable Agriculture for Growth and Resiliency (TVSAGR) Project.
Led by TVMC Chair, Governor Manuel Sagarbarria, the workshop aimed to identify and consolidate priority programs, projects, and activities (PPAs) essential for advancing sustainable agriculture in the Tamlang Valley. These initiatives will form part of the budget proposals for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, ensuring strategic allocation of resources for the region’s agricultural development.
During the workshop, member agencies of the TVMC, including national and provincial government bodies, provided updates on the status of their ongoing PPAs related to the TVSAGR Project for the current fiscal year. Representatives from various agencies, such as the Department of Agriculture, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, and Department of Science and Technology, among others, shared insights and collaborated to enhance project planning and implementation.
NOCCI’s active participation in the workshop reflects its commitment to supporting initiatives that drive agricultural growth and economic resilience in Negros Oriental. As a key stakeholder in the region’s business community, NOCCI leveraged its expertise and resources to contribute meaningfully to the project planning process.
Furthermore, NOCCI’s sister chamber and investment promotion partner in the Negros island, the Metro Bacolod Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MBCCI), played a significant role in the workshop. Represented by President and AI-TEC Chairman, Mr. Roberto Montelibano, and AI-TEC Executive Director, Dr. Jose Rene Gayo, MBCCI reaffirmed its commitment to collaborative efforts aimed at fostering agricultural innovation and economic development in the region.
The workshop served as a platform for fostering partnerships and synergy among stakeholders, including government agencies, chambers of commerce, and industry partners. By bringing together diverse expertise and perspectives, participants worked collaboratively to identify strategic interventions and prioritize initiatives that would maximize the impact of the TVSAGR Project.
President Edward Du emphasized the importance of collective action in driving agricultural transformation, stating, “Through collaboration and partnership, we can unlock the full potential of the Tamlang Valley’s agricultural sector, driving sustainable growth and prosperity for our communities.”
