Basilisa: Nearly a thousand rice and corn farmers in Dinagat Islands have received financial support through the Presidential Assistance to Farmers and Fisherfolk Program (PAFFP) during two days of payout activities. Of the total 986 beneficiaries in the province, 624 were from the town of Basilisa while 362 were from Cagdianao. Each beneficiary received PHP2,235 in cash assistance, with more than PHP2.2 million released during the payout activities.

According to Philippines News Agency, Mariano Imper, a 48-year-old corn farmer from Basilisa, highlighted the significance of the PAFFP aid, especially during challenging times. "While waiting for harvest, family needs are a must, especially for my children," Imper said in an interview. He expressed gratitude towards the government, particularly the Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Office of the President, for the initiative.

Nelson Cortes, a 36-year-old rice farmer from Cagdianao, mentioned that he plans to use part of the assistance for farm implements while allocating the rest for his family's needs. In a separate statement, DA-13 stated that the PAFFP is a national government program designed to support the needs of farmers and fisherfolk across the country. "It is aimed to support farmers and increase their production amid the rising costs of farm inputs," DA-13 added. The agency also noted that more payout activities are scheduled in other parts of the region.