This July 2018, the 44th Nutrition Month celebration focus is on food gardening with the theme: “Ugaliing magtanim, Sapat na nutrisyon aanihin”. The campaign aims to contribute to the improvement of the nutritional status of Filipinos through improved food access and encourage the development of food gardens among families and in communities and mobilize various stakeholders to provide a fostering environment for sustainable food gardens.
The National Nutrition Council XI conducted its 1st Regional Nutrition Conference last July 25, 2018 at CCFC Building, Ateneo de Davao University in partnership with Brahma Kumaris. The said conference was attended by representatives from various Government Sectors, Local Media Partners, Sangguniang Kabataan members, Barangay Nutrition Scholars, students from Ateneo de Davao University and University of Immaculate Concepcion as its primary target is the youth sector.
The participants were officially welcomed by Atty. Niceforo Solis, Jr., Director of Ateneo de Davao University followed by an Inspirational message from Dr. Azucena M. Dayanghirang, NNC Deputy Executive Director who discussed the Nutrition Month theme 2018 emphasizing the benefits of Home Food Gardening. The event was also graced by Bro. Yogesh Sharda, Country Director, Brahma Kumaris – Turkey with his topic: Healthy Mind, Healthy Body. The Program Head on Nutrition and Dietetics of the University of Immaculate Concepcion, Mr. Jason O. Molina, RND, MAEM also presented the Nutritive and Non-nutritive Benefits from Home Food Garden Veggies.
NNC XI also invited Ms. Lorna D. Alderite, Senior Agriculturist - City Agriculturist Office, Davao City to report about the basics of vegetable gardening, key cultural practices, and cultural management. This aims to contribute to the basic preparation of starting a home food garden. And lastly, Prof. Rodelio Dalisay of Ateneo de Davao University discussed about Vegetable Agri-business and urban home food gardening.
The activity was closed by NPC/Dr. Maria Teresa L. Ungson and the participants signified their support to the cause by signing the pledge of commitment board.
