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Bukidnon inaugures P68M rice mill to lift local productivity
A state-of-the-art milling facility has been commissioned in Valencia City to modernize rice production across Bukidnon province. The Department of Agriculture's latest mechanization investment aims to enhance yields and competitiveness in the region's agricultural sector.
LSN Philippines ·
VALENCIA CITY — Bukidnon's rice farming sector has received a significant technological upgrade with the official commissioning of a P68-million modern milling facility in Valencia City. The installation marks a major step forward in the provincial government's efforts to boost productivity and quality in local rice production.
The facility was developed under the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) mechanization program, a Department of Agriculture initiative coordinated through the Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization. The project targets improved efficiency in rice processing, from harvest through to final product preparation.
The DA's Northern Mindanao regional office (DA-10) oversaw the commissioning of the facility, which represents a substantial public investment in agricultural infrastructure for the province. Officials view the mill as a critical component in enhancing the competitiveness of Bukidnon's rice industry in regional and national markets.
The mechanization program addresses longstanding challenges in post-harvest handling that have historically limited yields and farmer profitability. By providing access to modern milling technology, the facility is expected to reduce processing losses, improve grain quality, and create efficiency gains throughout the local supply chain.