Barangay Magsaysay qualified for the Regional Search for the Best Garden of Go, Grow, and Glow (G4) as the evaluation team visited the community on August 16, 2024.

The assessment commenced with a courtesy call to City Health Officer I, Dr. Melirose S. Deticio, followed by a thorough evaluation of Mr. Benirando Ibale’s garden. The garden, which features a diverse array of fruits, vegetables, herbal, and ornamental plants, was noted for its family-centered maintenance approach.

Present during the evaluation were members of the City Health Office Nutrition Section, led by City Nutrition Action Officer Eza C. Canonigo, along with Barangay Kagawad Crisolo Canumhay, the barangay midwife, and the Barangay Nutrition Scholar.

Initial feedback was provided to the Barangay Nutrition Committee, focusing on the further development and enhancement of the garden.

The evaluation, which emphasizes ensuring food security at the grassroots level, was conducted by a team comprising Ms. Kersten T. Pagalan and Ms. Reggie T. Vivas from DA RFO X, Ms. Samimah R. Taurac from DILG X, Mr. Patrick John D. Gonzales from NNC X, and Mr. Louin T. Andayo from NEDA X.

Reported by: Mhegan L. Dominguez, HEPO III, CHO NADA