Having served as a cassava technician for 17 years, Ely Magnetico has been a firsthand witness to the remarkable growth of Polo SN Multipurpose Cooperative, brought by the enterprise support provided by DA-PRDP for cassava production.
Under the “Production of Cassava Granules and Marketing” enterprise subproject, the cooperative received hauling vehicles and essential post-harvest equipment (tractor, truck, truck scale, mechanical hhipper, granulator, and moisture Meter). In addition to these assets, they also received a nursery and vermicast production plant, further fortifying their production capabilities.
This subproject which was successfully completed on January 28, 2019, has continued to evolve empowering Polo SN Multipurpose Cooperative to generate a higher volume of cassava granules. These granules find their way to San Miguel Corporation, the cooperative’s institutional buyer.
The tangible impact of the enterprise support is evident in the cooperative’s enhanced productivity and its ability to fulfill the demands of its client like San Miguel Corporation.
Ely Magnetico’s extensive experience underscores the positive trajectory of Polo SN Multipurpose Cooperative, affirming the effectiveness of strategic interventions in fostering sustainable agricultural development. He ensures that they also help the cassava farmers in the province cultivate and grow their crops properly in order to achieve good quality cassava that would suit the demand of their target market.
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