
Sagay City kicks off 51st Nutrition Month with focus on food security
Sagay City officially launched its 51st Nutrition Month celebration in July, prioritizing food security and nutrition awareness under the national theme, “Food and Nutrition Security – Maging Priority! Sapat na Pagkain, Karapatan Natin.”Mayor Leo Rafael “Bebo” Cueva, who chairs the City Nutrition Council, marked the start of the month-long campaign on Monday, July 7, by planting papaya trees and various vegetables at the City Agriculture Demonstration Farm. This symbolic act promoted sustainable food sources adaptable for households and communities. Cueva emphasized empowering families through backyard gardening, food sufficiency, and climate-smart farming, stating, “Good nutrition begins with accessible and nutritious food at home.”He urged Sagaynons to support local agri...