Naval, Biliran – In a bold move to boost agricultural productivity and farmer prosperity, the Office of the Provincial Agricultural Services (OPAS) has launched a groundbreaking Mango Flower Induction initiative for the current year. Leveraging new and improved technologies, this program is set to transform mango production across the province, promising bountiful harvests and enhanced livelihoods for local growers.

The initiative operates under the innovative 60/40 sharing scheme of the “Prutasan sa Probinsya” Program, a flagship project of the 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐎𝐊. 𝐑𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐚.

This scheme ensures shared investment and benefits between the government and farmers, fostering a true partnership for progress.

The program is designed to tackle key challenges in mango cultivation by promoting synchronized flowering, significantly improving fruit quality, and increasing overall yield. By adopting these modern agricultural technologies, farmers can achieve off-season production, access premium markets, and secure higher, more stable incomes.

One of the first to benefit is Mr. Manolito Gelizon, a dedicated Mango Grower Cooperative member from Sitio Lumbia, Barangay San Roque, Biliran, Biliran. With access to cutting-edge techniques and continuous technical support from OPAS agriculturists, farmers like Mr. Gelizon are now equipped to maximize their farm’s potential. “This support is a game-changer for us,” shared Mr. Gelizon. “It gives us hope and the practical tools to make our farms more productive and profitable.”

This program is a cornerstone of the Provincial Government’s deep-seated commitment to strengthening the agricultural sector. It reflects a clear vision of not just supporting, but actively empowering farmers through science, technology, and collaborative governance.

Through Prutasan sa Probinsya and the adoption of New Agri-Technologies, we are investing in the backbone of our province—our farmers,said Governor Espina. Our goal is to make Biliran synonymous with high-quality, sustainable mango production, lifting communities and driving economic growth from the ground up.

The OPAS team is conducting hands-on training and field demonstrations across the province to ensure widespread adoption and success of the Mango Flower Induction technology.