CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, June 4 - The National Nutrition Council (NNC) X opens anew the Search for the Regional Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar (ROBNS) for year 2014.

Eight contenders coming from the cities of Ozamiz, Tangub, Gingoog, Malaybalay and Valencia; Provinces of Misamis Oriental, Bukidnon and Camiguin are vying for the title.

All these were chosen and endorsed by their respective Provincial and City Nutrition Committee.

The Regional Nutrition Evaluation Team (RNET) X, also represented by member national line agencies and religious sector representative started visiting and evaluating the performance of the BNSs, testing their skills, doing interviews, written examinations as well as document review.

This is done to validate the nomination and determine how adept and effective the BNS is in doing her job.

NNC X Regional Nutrition Program Coordinator Marissa DM Navales said they also arrange dialogues with the Barangay Nutrition Committee (BNC) during their visits to assess how determined and engaged the BNC is in their local nutrition program.

The search aims not only to commend the BNS for their relentless effort in stomping malnutrition, but also to stage innovative ideas that can be replicated in other areas.

Regional winners will receive trophy and more P20, 000 cash award, and will compete for the national OBNS award. (JCV/RTWG X/PIA10)