Pilmico Animal Nutrition Corporation (Pilmico) celebrated Earth Day on April 24, 2024, with a clean-up drive at Sitio Dam along the Tarlac Riverbank in Armenia, Tarlac City.
This is in partnership with with Barangay Armenia, Tarlac.
Barangay Chairman Christian Castaneda and Kagawad Emmanuel Calma headed the clean-up drive.
They were joined by 13 dedicated volunteers from the Pilmico Farms team and ten enthusiastic volunteers from the barangay.
Together, they collected a total of 21 sacks of waste, making a tangible impact on the local environment.
This collaborative effort highlights Pilmico’s commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement, showing our dedication to creating a sustainable future for all.
As we continue to sustainably feed Asia’s growth from mill to meal, we aim to help the planet in every way possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the collaboration with Barangay Armenia significant for the success of local environmental initiatives?
Involving the barangay’s elected officials and volunteers ensured that the clean-up was not a unilateral corporate activity but a genuine community effort with local government backing. This kind of collaboration builds lasting relationships and increases the likelihood that environmental stewardship practices are continued by the community beyond any single event.
Where exactly did the Earth Day 2024 clean-up drive take place, and when was it held?
The clean-up drive was held on April 24, 2024 at Sitio Dam along the Tarlac Riverbank in Armenia, Tarlac City. The location was selected in partnership with Barangay Armenia, whose Chairman Christian Castaneda and Kagawad Emmanuel Calma helped lead the effort.
How many volunteers participated in the clean-up, and which organizations did they represent?
A total of 23 volunteers took part: 13 from the Pilmico Farms team and 10 from Barangay Armenia. The cross-sector participation between a private company and a local barangay unit reflects the community-embedded model behind the initiative.
What was the measurable environmental output of the clean-up drive?
The combined team collected a total of 21 sacks of waste from the riverbank. This volume collected across a single-day effort represents a tangible contribution to improving the condition of the Tarlac River environment.
How does the Tarlac Riverbank clean-up connect to Pilmico’s stated sustainability mission?
Pilmico framed the activity as part of its commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. The initiative aligns with the company’s broader mission of sustainably feeding Asia’s growth from mill to meal – a mission that extends beyond food production to include responsibility for the natural resources and ecosystems that support agricultural communities.
