{"id":3104,"date":"2024-09-10T09:06:11","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T01:06:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/?p=3104"},"modified":"2024-11-24T09:13:33","modified_gmt":"2024-11-24T01:13:33","slug":"nocci-pushes-seaweed-farm-eco-tourism-ordinance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/nocci-pushes-seaweed-farm-eco-tourism-ordinance\/","title":{"rendered":"NOCCI Pushes Seaweed Farm Eco-Tourism Ordinance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>NOCCI Advocates for Seaweed Farm Eco-Tourism in Negros Oriental<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI) officers led by President Mr. Edward Du attended the committee meeting in line with the proposed NOCCI ordinance otherwise known as, \u201cAN ORDINANCE INCENTIVIZING SEAWEED FARM ECO-TOURISM IN THE PROVINCE OF NEGROS ORIENTAL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREOF.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI), led by its President Edward Du, actively participated in a legislative committee meeting to discuss the proposed ordinance titled \u201cAn Ordinance Incentivizing Seaweed Farm Eco-Tourism in the Province of Negros Oriental and Appropriating Funds Thereof.\u201d The meeting, held at the Legislative Building, Capitol, marks a significant step in promoting sustainable eco-tourism and innovative agricultural practices in the province.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Seaweed Farming: A Catalyst for Growth<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Seaweed farming has long been recognized as a sustainable livelihood source, offering economic opportunities for coastal communities. The proposed ordinance seeks to integrate eco-tourism with seaweed farming, creating a dual benefit of economic growth and environmental stewardship. By positioning Negros Oriental as a hub for seaweed farm eco-tourism, the ordinance aims to attract both local and international tourists while empowering local farmers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>NOCCI\u2019s Vision for Sustainable Tourism<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">During the committee meeting, President Du highlighted the potential of seaweed farm eco-tourism to transform the province\u2019s tourism and agricultural sectors. He emphasized that incentivizing this initiative aligns with NOCCI\u2019s mission to promote innovative and sustainable economic programs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u201cSeaweed farm eco-tourism combines two of our province\u2019s strengths: agriculture and natural beauty,\u201d Du stated. \u201cWith this ordinance, we can support local farmers, preserve our environment, and showcase Negros Oriental as a progressive, eco-conscious destination.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Key Provisions of the Proposed Ordinance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Seaweed farming ordinance proposes several incentives for businesses and individuals engaging in seaweed farm eco-tourism, including:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong>Tax breaks and subsidies<\/strong> for eco-tourism initiatives.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Funding allocations<\/strong> to support infrastructure development and marketing efforts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Training programs<\/strong> for farmers and eco-tourism operators to ensure high-quality experiences for tourists.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sustainability guidelines<\/strong> to balance tourism activities with environmental conservation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">These measures aim to encourage investment and participation while ensuring the long-term viability of the initiative.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Legislative Collaboration<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">NOCCI\u2019s engagement in the legislative process underscores its commitment to fostering public-private partnerships. The organization worked closely with provincial legislators, local government units, and other stakeholders to refine the ordinance and ensure it addresses key challenges faced by the community.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Provincial Board Members commended NOCCI for its proactive approach and expressed optimism about the ordinance&#8217;s potential to drive inclusive growth.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Future Prospects<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If passed, the ordinance could position Negros Oriental as a trailblazer in integrating agriculture with tourism. The initiative is expected to generate new revenue streams, provide employment opportunities, and enhance the province\u2019s appeal to eco-conscious travelers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">NOCCI plans to continue advocating for innovative projects that leverage the province\u2019s natural and cultural assets while promoting economic inclusivity.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The proposed ordinance on seaweed farm eco-tourism highlights NOCCI\u2019s commitment to sustainable development and economic innovation. Through collaborative efforts with legislators and stakeholders, the initiative has the potential to create lasting benefits for Negros Oriental\u2019s communities and environment. As the province embraces this vision, it sets a precedent for sustainable tourism models across the region.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NOCCI Advocates for Seaweed Farm Eco-Tourism in Negros Oriental Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI) officers led by President Mr. Edward Du attended the committee meeting in line with the proposed NOCCI ordinance otherwise known as, \u201cAN ORDINANCE INCENTIVIZING SEAWEED FARM ECO-TOURISM IN THE PROVINCE OF NEGROS ORIENTAL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREOF.\u201d The [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3105,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":3,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[202],"class_list":{"0":"post-3104","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-agriculture-fisheries","8":"tag-seaweed"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3104","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3104"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3104\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3105"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3104"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3104"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nocci.biz\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3104"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}