TACLOBAN CITY, Oct. 23 -- Local rice farmers across Northern Samar are set to receive stronger agricultural support with the official inclusion of the province in the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF).

The Department of Agriculture (DA) regional office here on Thursday said this marks a major milestone for the province's agricultural sector, as it opens access to increased financial assistance, modern machinery and equipment, high-quality rice seeds, credit support, and capacity-building training for farmers.

DA Eastern Visayas officer-in-charge Rodel Macapanas emphasized that with the official inclusion of Northern Samar under the RCEF program, local rice farmers are now eligible to receive financial assistance ranging from ...