A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the PHP 30-million farm-to-market road improvement project in Lanao Del Norte, Philippines. The event features several individuals, including DTI RAPID Project Director and DTI Region 12 Director Flora Gabunales, standing in front of a decorated archway with balloons, holding a red ribbon. The project aims to improve market access for farmers and boost local incomes.
DTI turns over PHP 30-Million improved farm-to-market road in Lanao Del Norte. The project, funded by DTI Region 10’s RAPID Growth Project and the Kapatagan LGU, aims to boost local farmers’ incomes by improving access to markets.

Lanao del Norte, Philippines-The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) turned over a  PHP 30-million farm-to-market road improvement project on February 12. Located in La Libertad, Pulang Yuta, Calube, Tipolo in Kapatagan, Lanao del Norte, the  project  aims to boost local farmers’ incomes by improving access to markets.

The farm-to-market infrastructure (FMI) was jointly funded under DTI Region 10’s Rural Agro-enterprise Partnership for Inclusive Development (RAPID) Growth Project and the Kapatagan local government unit (LGU).

Funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the RAPID Growth Project supports key agricultural sectors by fostering strategic partnership among value chain stakeholders. Its goal is to increase the incomes of smallholder farmers and rural residents by supporting farmers in key agricultural sectors.

The project’s FMI, led by the Department of Interior and Local Government, improves market access for farmers and small and medium-sized enterprises by rehabilitating farm-to-market access roads.

The 1.8-kilometer road project will benefit at least 2,637 individuals from the five barangays within the road influence area: La Libertad, Pulang Yuta, Calube, Tipolo, and Capucao.

During her message, DTI RAPID Project Director and DTI Region 12 Director Flora Gabunales underscored that the project’s key metric is the improvement of livelihood in the rural areas.

“The RAPID Growth Project team is here because we want to contribute to the development of our community. We are happy to see that our project will bring joy by improving our rural areas” Director Gabunales said.

A group of people, including representatives from various local government units and organizations, stand together during the turnover ceremony of a road improvement project. The project reduces travel time and facilitates easier transportation for farmers and local businesses. Key attendees include DTI Region 10 Director Ruel Paclipan and the La Libertad Farmers Multi-Purpose Cooperative (LALIFAMCO).
Representatives from Kapatagan LGU, DILG-10, DILG Lanao del Norte, DTI RAPID Growth Project, DTI-10, DTI Lanao del Norte, and beneficiaries gather for the turnover ceremony of the improved road project, which significantly reduces travel time and enhances transportation for farmers and local businesses.

DTI Region 10 Director Ruel Paclipan highlighted the project’s two key benefits: a reduction in travel time from two hours to 45 minutes and easier transportation for farmers, especially during rainy seasons.

The La Libertad Farmers Multi-Purpose Cooperative (LALIFAMCO) also extended their gratitude for the improved road.

“Pinaagi sa maong programa sa DTI RAPID nga imprastraktura, nag-abre kini sa bag-ong higayon alang sa mas paspas, mas luwas, ug mas humaguway nga transportasyon. Usa kini ka dakong tabang dili lang sa mag-uuma apan lakip usab sa lokal na mga negosyante, apil na ang mga kooperatiba.” (Through the DTI RAPID’s program on infrastructure, it opens new opportunities for faster, safer, and more convenient transportation. This is a big help not only to our farmers but also to the local businesses, including cooperatives.)

The turnover ceremony was attended by representatives from Kapatagan LGU, DILG-10, DILG Lanao del Norte, DTI RAPID Growth Project, DTI-10, DTI Lanao del Norte, and beneficiaries of the project. ♦

Date of Release: 20 February 2025

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