The Malaybalay City Nutrition Committee (CNC) proudly announced the successful conclusion of its Nutrition Month Celebration with the inaugural City Nutrition Awards Ceremony held at People’s Hall on July 31, 2024.

The event, led by CNC Chair, Mayor Jay Warren Pabillaran and facilitated by City Nutrition Action Officer Eza C. Canonigo, along with City Nutrition Program Coordinators and staff, was attended by City Councilors, CNC members, CHO doctors, and Barangay Nutrition Committee members.

Key highlights of the ceremony included the recognition of winners in the search for outstanding G4 Gardens, the acknowledgment of the City Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) for 2023, and the awarding of Nutrition Green Banners.

Awards for the Outstanding Garden of Go, Grow, and Glow in both Communal and Backyard categories were given, with the first-place winners receiving plaques of recognition and cash prizes, while second and third placers were awarded certificates and cash prizes.

The event also celebrated barangays with efficient and effective implementation of the Barangay Nutrition Action Plan. First and second-year awardees received plaques of recognition and Green Banners.

Third-year awardees were honored with a plaque, Green Banner, and a cash prize of PHP 5,000, while those maintaining their status for more than three years received PHP 10,000, a plaque, and a Green Banner.

Report: CHO-NADA