Highlighting the contribution of agriculture in Bansalan, Davao del Sur, the annual Bansaulog Festival brought cheer to its local farming community through its 2024 Farmers Day celebration, which opened with a festive carabao parade on September 13.
Nine carabaos were dressed and paraded through the streets of Bansalan, showcasing the municipality’s rich agricultural industry and symbolizing the strength and unity of the active farming community.
With the theme “Pagkaing Mura at Ligtas, Abot Kaya ng Lahat”, Bansalan Mayor Edwin Reyes upheld the important role of the farmers as he dubbed them the “life and blood” of the town. He further stressed that because of the farmers’ efforts and sacrifices, every family can avail of a safe and affordable harvest in town.
During the activity, the Department of Agriculture XI through the National Livestock Program dispersed 500 chickens, five goats, and five carabaos in celebration of the Farmers’ Day.
Furthermore, DA-Philippine Carabao Center at USM Center Director Geoffray R. Atok also pledged to continue, as mandated, the carabao development program in the locality through its programs and services in genetic improvement and carabao-based enterprises.
“With the active support of legislators such as Rep. Atty. John Tracy F. Cagas, we can further develop and enhance the current status of the carabao industry in the province of Davao del Sur where Bansalan is situated,” Director Atok added.
This 72nd Bansaulog festival sets of activities were anchored to this year’s theme “Empowering Communities for a Prosperous Future: Celebrating 72 Years of Unity and Growth.” The term “Bansaulog” is derived from the coined words “Bansalan” and Visayan term “Saulog” or “Celebrate”, which signifies “Kasaulogan sa Bansalan” or “Celebration in Bansalan”.
