Catanduanes Provincial Mobile Force Company’s 4th Maneuver Platoon extended a helping hand to elderly farmers in Barangay Oga, Pandan by assisting in harvesting and carrying sacks of rice on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

According to Platoon Leader PLT Jessie Lloyd N. Almosa, their team saw the need to help, especially considering the farmer’s age and the scorching summer heat.

“Sa amin po, Sir, bilang miyembro po ng kapulisan, hindi lang po sa pagseserbisyo [nakasentro ang aming tungkulin] sa mga tao,” Almosa told GMA Regional TV News.

“Kundi naano din namin na sina nanay at tatay [lalo na at] matanda na po sila... mainit na din po [ang panahon], parang nagaalala din po kami sa kanila na 'yung sa kasulugan nila [dahil] matanda na po sila, baka magkasakit sila kaya tinulungan namin sila nanay para mag-ani,” he added.

He also encouraged the public to recognize the hard work of farmers and extend assistance whenever possible.

“Igalang natin ang ating mga magsasaka at kung maaari ay iabot natin ang tulong sa kanila... kasi ang ating mga magsasaka ang nagpapaatas ng ating ekonomiya dito sa ating bansa po,” he said.

The 4th Platoon continues to engage in community service efforts to help ensure a safe and thriving community.