She stressed that promoting local food products (Go Local) in the fight against malnutrition will not only ensure fresh and sustainable food sources but will support the small farmers and fisherfolks as well.

Ladislao also pushed for the putting up of gardens in schools, homes, and other areas whenever possible (Go Green) so that the local communities will have easy access to vegetables when needed.

She also cited sustained gardening programs to help eliminate hidden hunger affecting mostly children.

Likewise, during the program, Department of Health representative Harriet Magbanua mentioned the vital role of Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) in the implementation of nutrition programs at the grassroots.

She also called for the convergence of services of all nutrition stakeholders to address food insecurity, especially among poor families and create mechanisms to ensure that nutritious food are available to all.

Meanwhile, Retired Colonel Luciano Sayo, Jr. represented Governor Rhodora Cadiao during the program and shared the commitment of the governor in giving 

Municipal Nutrition Action Officer Nurse Jose Marie Barcelo also affirmed the need to sustain local initiatives to promote good nutrition in line with this year’s theme, “Healthy Diet Gawing Affordable for All.”

The culmination program also featured the awarding of the Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar for the province in the person of Jenilyn D. Rosilio of Barangay Guija, Bugasong.