
NegOcc barangays pass landmark ordinances protecting farmers’ seed systems
Local farmer groups have successfully lobbied for the passage of barangay ordinances recognizing community seed registries in Murcia, Kabankalan City, and Bago City.Executive Director Normita Ignacio of SEARICE (Southeast Asia Regional Initiatives for Community Empowerment), a non-profit development organization that advocates for farmers' rights and agricultural biodiversity, said the lobbying efforts resulted in several barangays passing resolutions this May to support farmers’ seed systems.The six participating barangays and their adoption dates include:Barangay Camingawan, Kabankalan City (May 8)Barangay Tagukon, Kabankalan City (May 8)Barangay Tabunan, Bago City (May 11)Barangay Bacong-Montilla, Bago City (May 12)Barangay Mailum, Bago City (May 13)...









