F2C2 Program Davao Region

26/08/2026

Matamang salamat, Municipality of Taytay, Palawan!

26/08/2026

Matamang salamat, CAgrO Puerto Princesa City, Palawan!

26/08/2026

26/08/2026

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A glimpse of AECA Cross Learning Visit 🤝

Learning, sharing, and growing together toward stronger agri-enterprises.

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26/08/2026

Lakbay Aral| August 17–21, 2026 — The Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office XI (DA-RFO XI), through the Farm and Fisheries Clustering and Consolidation (F2C2) Program, successfully conducted an Agro-Enterprise Clustering Approach (AECA) Cross-Learning Visit to the Province of Palawan.

Led by Engr. Shynettee Clide P. Peralta, Regional F2C2 Focal Person, the delegation composed of LGU representatives and selected clusters’ farmer leaders from the Davao Region gained valuable insights and best practices into agro-enterprise development, clustering and consolidation, collective production, marketing, and market linkage development despite of the location constraints.

The delegation visited the Gintong Butil Agri Farm of LGU Puerto Princesa City, the Municipal Agriculture Office of Taytay, and the Maabet Rural Improvement Club Cluster and its partner FCAs—the Samahan ng mga Nag-aalaga para sa Kalikasan at Pag-unlad ng Lalawigan Fisherfolks Association (SAKUL FA), Pamantolon Sagingan at Sakahan Farmers Association, and Sitio Crossing Abongan Farmers Association.
The activity highlighted the value of collective action and the bayanihan system, demonstrating how clustering and consolidation can strengthen farmers’ market access, bargaining power, production capacity, and market linkages.

DA-RFO XI F2C2 extends its sincere appreciation to our partners and hosts:
DA MIMAROPA F2C2 Program — Mr. Rustom Gonzaga, F2C2 Program Focal Person, and Ms. Patricia Tolentino, Organizational Development Officer;
Provincial Government of Palawan — headed by Governor Amy Roa Alvarez, with Ms. Kay Cacho, F2C2 Program Coordinator;
LGU Puerto Princesa City — headed by Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, with Ms. Melissa Macasaet, City Agriculturist, and the Puerto Princesa City CAgrO Team;
LGU Taytay, Palawan — represented by Ms. Elsie G. Cerveza, Municipal Administrator, and Mr. Hernan Fenix, Municipal Agriculturist, together with his team; and
Maabet Rural Improvement Club Cluster — spearheaded by Chairperson Maribeth Gutierrez, together with its partner FCAs.

From Palawan to Davao—bringing home valuable lessons, strengthening partnerships, and advancing farmer-led agro-enterprises through clustering, consolidation, and bayanihan!

21/07/2026

Representatives of the DA RFO XI - DA - Farm and Fisheries Clustering and Consolidation Program have successfully completed the Enterprise Assessment Tool Training (Batch 2) at Selah Pods Hotel, Pasay City, from July 13 - 17, 2026.

This training strengthened their ability to analyze enterprise finances, generate baseline financial profiles, identify key financial gaps and constraints, and support assessments for the clusters.

This reflects the program's commitment to continuous capacity development and improving access to appropriate financing support for farmers' and fisherfolk organizations.

02/06/2026

🌱 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 🌱

On May 28–29, 2026, the Cluster Development Plan (CDP) Enhancement Activity successfully brought together HVCDP Region XI, PAGRO Davao de Oro, MAO Maragusan, and the officers and members of MAGROW MPC to review, validate, and enhance the cluster’s development plan for the Cavendish banana and corn value chains.

Through a participatory planning process, stakeholders reviewed the cluster’s profile, analyzed current realities, identified gaps and opportunities, and refined strategic interventions to keep the CDP responsive, relevant, and aligned with agricultural development priorities.

The activity showed how collaborative planning strengthens the roadmap for cluster growth, improves productivity, supports sustainable agriculture, and enhances farmer livelihoods.

📘 𝓑𝓮𝓽𝓽𝓮𝓻 𝓹𝓵𝓪𝓷𝓼 𝓽𝓸𝓭𝓪𝔂, 𝓼𝓽𝓻𝓸𝓷𝓰𝓮𝓻 𝓪𝓰𝓻𝓲𝓬𝓾𝓵𝓽𝓾𝓻𝓪𝓵 𝓬𝓸𝓶𝓶𝓾𝓷𝓲𝓽𝓲𝓮𝓼 𝓽𝓸𝓶𝓸𝓻𝓻𝓸𝔀.

06/05/2026

𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒖𝒕 𝑪𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒊𝒏 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂 𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝑨𝑬𝑪𝑨!

The DA-RFO XI F2C2 Team continues to roll out the Agro-Enterprise Clustering Approach (AECA) for the Montevista Coconut Industry Cluster. In collaboration with the Site Working Group (SWG), and the CFIDP staff, the team recently conducted a series of orientations for sub-clusters across three key barangays: Concepcion, Dauman, and New Visayas.

A central focus of this activity was the gathering of accurate farmer profiles and production data—the backbones of any successful cluster. By establishing a clear Production Module and Cluster Supply Plan, our officers are now better equipped to manage supply volumes and project harvests.

Through the AECA process, the Montevista Coconut Industry Cluster moves one step closer to organized, collective marketing and sustainable enterprise management. This strategic approach not only secures better market links but also ensures that our farmers are "market-ready" and resilient.

Together, we are transforming individual efforts into a unified, competitive agro-enterprise!

Group Foundation

23/04/2026

The F2C2 team successfully conducted the Cluster Development Plan enhancement, profiling, and geotagging for clusters in Cateel, Davao Oriental. The activity saw active participation from several Clusters, including the Caumnay Soybean, Corn, and Rice Cluster, the Golden Vegetables Multipurpose Cluster of Cateel, and the MAMACHILI Cluster.

The initiative was spearheaded by Provincial F2C2 Focal Person Mario Obatonon, Municipal F2C2 Focal Person Roy Rendon, and the High-Value Coordinator of Cateel.

Overall, the activity was a significant step forward in strengthening the agricultural landscape of Cateel. By empowering these clusters with better profiling and digital tools, we are ensuring that our farmers are not just seen, but are better positioned for sustainable growth and future interventions.

Agri Info Davao

16/04/2026

𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗠 𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗗𝗗, 𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗦, 𝗡𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗖𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧- 𝗦𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗣 𝗦𝗔𝗞𝗔 (𝗡𝗣𝗦𝗦) 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗦𝗢 𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡
The activity is currently being held at the PAGRO Hall, Tagum City, Davao del Norte, aimed at providing technical knowledge and strengthening coordination among stakeholders.
The program is managed by Mr. Jasper L. Salcedo, serving as the Emcee, Documentor, and Secretariat. The discussions are facilitated by resource persons namely Ms. Jehoney Belle R. Sanchez, Project Assistant I; Ms. Maria Krista Fe M. Tong, Business Development Officer; and Ms. Ligaya B. Seroy, CPA, MBA, ACC III / Alternate Focal for Sagip Saka and ACEDD.
The Provincial Agriculturist Office, headed by Acting Provincial Agriculturist Mr. Christopher S. Dalisay, ABE, serves as the host, with the support of Ms. Alphabet M. Gulanes, R.Agr, Assistant Provincial Agriculturist, Ms. Marivic B. Bruno, R.Agr. F2C2 Focal, and Mr. John Brice B. Ferrer, F2C2 Alternate Focal of Provincial Agriculturist.
The orientation is attended by key representatives from various Municipal Agriculture Offices and Farmers and Fisherfolk Cooperatives/Enterprises (FFCEs).
Some key personnel present during the activity are Ms. Reah Solaiman from the Municipal Agriculture Office of Sto. Tomas; Mr. Pedro V. Tumbaga and Ms. Estela B. Portugaliza of New Loon Farmers Association; Mr. Romeo Cagalawan and Mr. Curren S. Salubre of Panabo Irrigators Association; Ms. Sonia T. Dueñas and Mr. Camilo P. Dungog of Cebulano Mangalkal / Compostela Pilar Irrigators Association; Ms. Emmy B. Cabel, Ms. Joy A. Sayago, Ms. Ruwena Villabito, and Mr. Elvin Samson of New Corella Farmers Irrigators Association; Ms. Helen Alcomendras and Ms. Michelle Melendres of Caganguhan Women's Association; Ms. Treceline Busayong of Quezon Southern Davao Nitgara Irrigators Association; and Ms. Michelle A. Baluro of New Bantayan Organic Vegetable Farmers Association.
The participation of all attendees ensures the success of the initiative, which seeks to improve implementation systems and deliver better services to the agriculture sector.