Project SPLIT - Bukidnon

23/05/2026

𝗗𝗔𝗥 - 𝗕𝘂𝗸𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗼 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝟭𝟵𝟱-𝗛𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮

DAR - Bukidnon conducted (1) a dialogue with the 𝗕𝗼𝗰𝗯𝗼𝗰 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (BNSFA) on the alleged violation of the status quo agreement within the 195-hectare area raised by the 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘂𝘃𝘂 𝗞𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻-𝗜𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗻; and (2) an investigation on the ground post holes under the 195-hectare on May 21, 2026.

The complaint stemmed from the reported construction of post holes within the subject area, which the IP group claimed to be a violation of the status quo agreement reached during the 'Pulong-Pulong' between DAR and the 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘂𝘃𝘂 𝗞𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻-𝗜𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗻 on April 27, 2026.

The activity served as a venue to discuss the issues raised, avoid further misunderstanding, and maintain peace and order—preventing further escalation of conflict among the concerned parties while the matter is being properly validated and assessed.

During the dialogue, the concerned ARBs were given the opportunity to explain their side and clarify the circumstances surrounding the construction of the post holes within the 195-hectare area. Moreover, these ARBs were the leaders of Bocboc New Visayas San Francisco Association (BNSFA), namely Vice President 𝗡𝗲𝗱𝗮 𝗔𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗮 and the two members of the Board of Trustee 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝘂 𝗘𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝘆 𝗢𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗻.

DAR - Bukidnon proceeded with the conduct of a field investigation and on-site validation within the contested area.

However, Prior to the field investigation, DAR - Bukidnon first coordinated with the officials of Barangay New Visayas to secure permission and full support of the investigation. Right after that, they went to the Menuvu Kirinteken-Ilentungen Group, where a ritual was conducted before proceeding to the area. Representatives from the IP group were likewise present during the field validation and inspection of the alleged post holes on the ground. This showed how respectful the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) to the IP cultures and beliefs, as what the Environmental and Social Standard 7 (ESS7) of the World Bank yields.

The field investigation aimed to verify the actual condition of the area and assess the allegations raised by the concerned parties. Through this process, DAR sought to gather factual information necessary for proper evaluation and appropriate action in accordance with existing laws, policies, and agreements.

The dialogue was held at DARMO Don Carlos, Bukidnon and the field investigation was at New Visayas, Don Carlos, Bukidnon.

As always been reiterated by 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗣𝗢 𝗜𝗜 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗚. 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗻 during the dialogue, the DAR remains impartial and does not favor any party involved, whether the ARBs or the IP group. The goal was to defend the ARBs while honoring the IP group through ESS7.

While waiting the discretion of the DAR Central Office, the state of this concern is still under the 'status quo agreement'.

DAR continues to uphold fairness, transparency, and due process in addressing concerns and resolving issues while promoting peaceful dialogue, mutual respect, and lawful resolution of conflicts among stakeholders.

19/05/2026

𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗜 𝗗𝗔𝗥 - 𝗕𝘂𝗸𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗢𝗜𝗖-𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗣𝗢 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀

Through Special Order No. 032, 𝘾𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙡 𝘽. 𝙐𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙜 has been designated as 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿-𝗶𝗻-𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲-𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 (OIC-CARPO) under the Land Tenure Security Program (LTSP) of the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). Prior to his designation, he served as Parcelization Coordinator for the Support to Parcelization of Lands for Individual Titling (SPLIT) Project, where he demonstrated leadership, dedication, and competence in overseeing parcelization and land titling activities. His extensive experience in project coordination, land documentation, and stakeholder engagement made him highly qualified for the position.

As OIC-CARPO under LTSP, he is responsible for supervising agrarian reform activities related to land tenure security, parcelization, CLOA processing, documentation, and coordination with partner agencies and field offices. His designation reflects the trust and confidence placed in his leadership and capability to effectively advance LTSP initiatives and support Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs).

Also, through Special Order No. 034, 𝙉𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙮𝙣 𝙇. 𝙈𝙞𝙚𝙧 has been designated 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 for the Support to Parcelization of Lands for Individual Titling (SPLIT) Project of the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). Prior to her designation, she served as Municipal Agrarian Reform Program Officer (MARPO) in Municipality of Sumilao, where she demonstrated dedication, competence, and commitment in the implementation of agrarian reform programs and services. Her extensive field experience and strong understanding of agrarian reform operations make her highly qualified to assume the responsibilities of the position.

As Parcelization Coordinator of the SPLIT Project, she is tasked to oversee and coordinate the implementation of parcelization activities, including stakeholder coordination, monitoring of land titling processes, documentation, compliance with project guidelines, and collaboration with partner agencies and Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs). Her designation under Special Order No. 034 reflects the trust and confidence placed in her leadership and capability to further strengthen the implementation of the SPLIT Project and advance the goals of agrarian reform in the province.

12/05/2026

𝗦𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗧 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹 (𝗦𝗠𝗧)

SPLIT Project, headed by Parcelization Coordinator Cicil B. Ucang, conducted a Progress Review and Update of the Synchronized Monitoring Tool (SMT) Data for SPLIT Project Operations held at Malaybalay AirBnB Travellers Inn on May 12, 2026.

This activity aims to strengthen the monitoring and evaluation process of the implementation of the SPLIT Project among the two municipalities: Kadingilan and Talakag, as they share field experiences and raise operational concerns. This also served as a tracking system as to what level of progress they attained. Moreover, all their concerns were answered thoroughly.

The event was attended by Region X personnel in the persons of former RD Marion T. Abella, Engr. CARPO Violeta G. Cajes, Planning Officer ||| Bryan John T. Victoriano and others.

Acknowledging also the presence of MARPO Teresa C. Pugoy (Kadingilan) and SARPT Jerome M. Ranara (in replacement of Edilberto R. Deveza MARPO of Talakag). Their cooperation truly emphasized their strong dedication to fulfilling responsibilities with thoroughness and accountability.

11/05/2026

Sir Enecito Micabalo of Quisumbing, Impalutao, Bukidnon proved that hard work and perseverance can transform lives. Through the land awarded to him under the Agrarian Reform Program, he turned his farm into a productive source of livelihood. What started as a simple farm expanded into thriving areas planted with various vegetables and citronella.

With the support of the Department of Agrarian Reform and their cooperative, they were able to produce citronella oil used as mosquito repellant, creating additional income for their community. Through farming, Sir Enecito was able to send his children to school and help them finish their studies.

He also acquired farming assets and modern technology that made his farming more efficient.

His story reflects dedication, resilience, and the rewards of perseverance in farming — proving that with determination and opportunity, a better future is possible.

07/05/2026

07/05/2026

07/05/2026

Through dedication and perseverance, Mr. and Mrs. Rogelio and Judith Saguinhon of Mindagat, Malitbog transformed the land awarded to them by the Department of Agrarian Reform into the foundation of a better future for their family and community.

"Señor Rogelio Cafe" grew from a simple farming venture into a promising agri-business. With the support and intervention of agencies such as the Department of Science and Technology, Department of Trade and Industry, and Food and Drug Administration, their business continues to flourish and create opportunities for others.

Their story is a reminder that farmers are the unsung heroes of our nation. The Department of Agrarian Reform remains committed to supporting Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries through land distribution, farm-to-market roads, and various support services that help uplift lives and strengthen communities.

29/04/2026

𝗦𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗧 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 – 𝗕𝘂𝗸𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗥𝗠 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝟴 𝗥𝗖𝗧 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽𝘀

DAR – Bukidnon, through SPLIT Project – Bukidnon, successfully conducted an orientation on the Environmental and Social Safeguard (ESS) Standards and Grievance Redness Mechanism (GRM) among 8 groups of Re-documentation Completion Team held at La Terrazza Loiza’s Pavilion, Casisang, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon on April 28, 2026.

This activity aimed to expand the understanding of all RCT groups to the Environmental and Social Safeguard (ESS) Standards to better provide quality work in implementing SPLIT Project among all municipalities in the province of Bukidnon—emphasizing, from planning and ex*****on to monitoring and evaluation of the implementation, and their duties and responsibilities, code of conduct and discipline, compensation and benefits, and grievance mechanism.

Regional ESS coordinator CARPO Mabel P. Loyola elaborated the overview and standards of ESS, while RARAD Atty. Noel P. Carreon and Lea II/GRM Support Staff Kristiano Hebron S. Pocol for GRM. This activity included an open forum to give opportunities for all participants to clarify things out and raise questions regarding their rights, responsibilities, and GRM protocols and its processes.

Opening remarks and inspirational message were given by PARPO I Maybelle T. Alcala of South Bukidnon and closing remarks by PARPO I Faidah S. Repors, JD, PhD, of the North Bukidnon.

The event was made possible through the presence of Region X Personnel: 𝗖𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗕. 𝗩𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗼 – SUARPO & ESS Support Staff, 𝗝𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗥. 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘇𝘂𝗲𝗹𝗮 - Regional ESS Specialist, 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝗣. 𝗣𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗺 – Regional ESS Support Staff, 𝗞𝗿𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹 – Regional SPLIT Media Writer, 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗻 – Regional SPLIT Graphic Artist. Also, recognizing the presence and guidance of CARPO Engr. 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝗯𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹.

24/04/2026

🌾 Gipasabot ni DAR-10 Regional Director Zoraida Macadindang nga ang tumong sa buhatan mao ang pagpauswag sa kinitaan sa mga mag-uuma pinaagi sa epektibong paggamit sa yutang gipanghatag sa ilaha.

Iyang gihangyo ang mga benepisyaryo nga paningkamotan nga mapalambo ang ilang yuta, labi na nga wala na silay bayranan sa bangko, aron masiguro ang malungtarong panginabuhian nga mapasa pa sa ilang mga anak ug apo.

Dugang pa niya, ang gobyerno nagpadayon sa pagduol sa katawhan pinaagi sa paghatag og farm machinery ug suporta, ug kinahanglan kini gamiton aron mapataas ang produksyon ug kalamboan sa agrikultura.
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24/04/2026