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Department of Agriculture RFU 5
San Agustin, Pili, Camarines Sur
August 15, 2012


DA-5 cited by Bangko Sentral


The Department of Agriculture was awarded with specially sculptured marble trophy by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas in recognition of the former's information support to BSP in terms of consistently providing timely and updated information which reflect economic developments in the region which helps the BSP in monitoring and assessing development in the region. The awarding ceremonies and appreciation lunch for the winners and BSP stakeholders was held on August 14 at BSP branch in Legazpi City and graced by Dr. Felipe M. Medalla, one of the members of the Monetary Board and Assistant Governor Ma. Cyd N. Amador. Photo shows (left to right) Dr. Felipe M. Medalla, Monetary Board Member; Emilia Bordado, DA Chief of the Agricultural Information Division; Dr. Edgar R. Madrid, DA RTD for Research and Regulations; Imelda T. Peña, Admin. Officer V - OIC, Chief, Personnel Section; Marilyn Paje, Deputy Director of BSP Legazpi; and Ma. Cyd N. Amador, BSP Assistant Governor.

Two other institutions were given recognition as Outstanding Respondents among firms: the Peñafrancia Sugar Mill and the Globe Coco Products Manufacturing Corporation.