BUTUAN CITY, Oct. 22 -- The Department of Agriculture in Caraga Regio (DA-13) launched the "Grow Your Own Food Challenge" for media members in Agusan del Norte and Butuan City on Wednesday.

"The challenge aims to encourage our media partners to actively participate in food production by growing their own fresh and healthy produce and contribute to the nation's continuing efforts towards food sufficiency and security," the DA-13 said in a statement.

The contest is implemented through the agency's Regional Agriculture and Fisheries Information Section.

"Recognizing the vital role of media in disseminating timely, accurate, and relevant information, we acknowledge the significant influence of our media partners in promoting agricultural i...