Manila, Aug. 28 -- The Department of Agriculture in the Caraga Region (DA-13) kicked off the Agribusiness Support for Promotion and Investment in Regional Exposition (ASPIRE) Trade Fair and Exhibit on Thursday.

The four-day event, held in Butuan City, is aimed at strengthening market development support for farmers, fisherfolk, and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).

ASPIRE 2025 brings together 119 organizations from across Caraga's five provinces, showcasing locally produced farm products through individual booths.

"This four-day activity will not only promote the local products of our farmers and MSMEs but also enhance their market development support services," said Lynn Parenas, chief of DA-13's Agribusiness Marketi...