The Angeles City Government, under the leadership of Mayor Carmelo ‘Pogi’ Lazatin Jr., is promoting sustainable waste management by offering free organic fertilizers to local farmers and residents through its Black Soldier Fly Program. The initiative aims to tackle the city’s waste management issues while promoting eco-friendly practices. Through this program, residents can avail of one kilogram of organic fertilizer or a bottle of liquid fertilizer, produced by black soldier flies, at the City Agriculture Office.
Black soldier flies (BSF) are an innovative solution in bio-waste management, as they are able to break down organic waste into valuable resources. These flies feed on a variety of organic materials, such as food scraps and agricultural byproducts, and convert them into proteins and oils that can be used in products like pet foods, fish, and poultry feed. Additionally, the fly larvae produce residue that serves as a high-quality fertilizer for soil enrichment.
This sustainable approach not only provides an alternative waste management solution but also contributes to reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. By encouraging the use of BSF technology, the city government is creating an environmentally friendly circular economy where organic waste is transformed into useful resources. The program also helps local farmers improve soil quality, ensuring better crop yields and healthier farming practices.
Mayor Lazatin emphasized the importance of this program as part of the city’s broader efforts to minimize the environmental impact of waste disposal. He expressed that the Black Soldier Fly Program is an essential step in reducing the volume of organic waste sent to landfills, and it aligns with the city’s commitment to sustainability and waste diversion.
The city’s Agriculture Office has been instrumental in promoting this initiative, offering the free fertilizer to residents and farmers who need it most. As part of the city’s ongoing push to adopt greener practices, Lazatin hopes that more people will take advantage of the program, helping to foster a cleaner and more sustainable environment in Angeles City.
Local farmers have expressed their appreciation for the program, noting that the organic fertilizers produced by the black soldier flies are effective in improving soil quality. Many have already experienced positive results in their crops, with some citing healthier plants and more productive harvests as a direct outcome of using the new fertilizers.
The Black Soldier Fly Program is just one of several waste management innovations that the city government is exploring. As Angeles City continues to focus on reducing its waste footprint, Lazatin is optimistic that this initiative will inspire other local governments to adopt similar eco-friendly practices and technologies in managing organic waste.
Source: Angeles City Information Office
