Manila, Sept. 3 -- Construction has begun on a new facility worth PHP3.5 million that aims to enhance the interest, production, and participation of young farmers in Albay.

In an interview Wednesday, Lovella Guarain, spokesperson for the Department of Agriculture in Bicol (DA-5), said funds for the 100 sq. meters Young Farmers Hub of the Albay Young Farmers Organization (AYFO) Inc. is provided through the Young Farmers Challenge Program.

"The construction has already started, and currently purchasing equipment for delivery. The hub will function as a community services facility for the winners of the Young Farmers Challenge and members of AYFO who are engaged in agricultural business. It will also serve as a training venue for intereste...