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NE Boosts Onion Industry with New Cold Storage Facility at CLSU

May. 05, 2025

Rose Santiango | SCO

The newly built Onion Cold Storage facility, which can hold an estimated 3,240 metric tons (approximately 120,000 bags) of onions, was officially handed over to the Provincial Government of Nueva Ecija on April 30, 2025. The facility, which is worth 210 million pesos, is strategically located at the Nueva Ecija Fruits & Vegetable Seed Center (NEFVSC) on the grounds of Central Luzon State University (CLSU). During the inauguration ceremony, CLSU President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella highlighted the facility's significant advantages for local onion producers and its positive impact on the university's academic community. "For CLSU, the establishment of this facility on our premises constitutes a valuable asset, offering our faculty and students direct access to resources that will markedly enhance their research endeavors,” President Abella stated. He also extended his heartfelt appreciation to the Provincial Government for its essential financial support in actualizing this crucial project for the agricultural sector. "I think, with this facility, we have a bright future for all of our local producers of onions," he asserted. President Abella also commended the steadfast commitment of the provincial government, under the leadership of Governor Umali, in bolstering Central Luzon through vital infrastructure projects and funding initiatives aimed at ensuring the sustainability of onion farming. The inauguration and blessing were also graced by Dr. Arthur D. Dayrit, Vice Governor Emmanuel Antonio M. Umali, Director Elma S. Manases, Dr. Raul Divina representing the Science City of Muñoz Mayor Baby Armi L. Alvarez, and Provincial Administrator Atty. Jose Maria Ceasar C. San Pedro representing the Governor Aurelio M. Umali. #partnershipforthegoals #sievingforexcellence

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