DTI CARP Agusan del Sur

24/08/2026

🤖📊 FROM NUMBERS TO SMARTER BUSINESS DECISIONS THROUGH AI!

20 ARBs from KARBFA, CEMPCO, TUDATRIDEVCO, and SAMPCO explored how Artificial Intelligence can make financial management simpler, smarter, and more practical during the AI-Powered Financial Management for ARBs training at Negosyo Center Trento. Through hands-on exercises, participants learned to better understand financial statements, compute actual product costs, set profitable prices, analyze business performance, and turn financial data into meaningful business decisions. More than learning AI, the activity strengthened their confidence to know their numbers, price with confidence, understand profitability, and make data-driven decisions—another step toward stronger and more digitally ready ARB enterprises through the continuing DTI–DAR convergence. 🚀💡

24/08/2026

ATM | FROM NUMBERS TO SMARTER BUSINESS DECISIONS THROUGH AI 🤖📊

Twenty (20) Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) representing Kapatungan Agrarian Reform Beneficiary Farmers Association (KARBFA), Cebolin Multi-Purpose Cooperative (CEMPCO), Tudela Damsite Tribal Development Cooperative (TUDATRIDEVCO), and Southern Agusan Multipurpose Cooperative (SAMPCO) are taking a step toward smarter and more data-driven enterprise management through the “AI-Powered Financial Management for ARBs: Simplifying Financial Statements, Costing, and Pricing through Artificial Intelligence,” being held at the Negosyo Center Trento, Poblacion, Trento, Agusan del Sur. The activity is conducted by DTI Agusan del Sur, through the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP), in partnership with DAR Agusan del Sur, and facilitated by TIDS Charlott Carl P. Yamit, a Certified International Labour Organization (ILO) Trainer.

Recognizing that financial management remains a challenge for many ARBs and Agrarian Reform Beneficiary Organizations (ARBOs), the training introduces Artificial Intelligence as a practical business tool—not to replace entrepreneurs’ decisions, but to help them better understand their numbers. Through hands-on exercises using enterprise data, participants learn how AI can simplify financial statements, analyze business performance, compute actual product costs, determine profitable selling prices, and turn financial information into useful insights for sound business decisions.

More than learning a new technology, the activity aims to build financial confidence and digital readiness among ARB enterprises—transforming financial records from mere compliance documents into powerful tools for growth. Through the continuing DTI–DAR convergence, ARBs and ARBOs are being equipped to know their numbers, price with confidence, understand their profitability, and make smarter business decisions powered by data and AI.

23/08/2026

CACAO INNOVATE: AWAKENING INNOVATION, CREATING MORE VALUE FROM CACAO 🍫💡

SAN FRANCISCO, AGUSAN DEL SUR | August 18, 2026 — From producing cacao tableya to thinking beyond the usual—15 Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) of NGPI MPC are strengthening their skills and awakening their innovative mindset through CACAO INNOVATE: Product Innovation Training for Chocolate and Other Cacao Products, held today at the NGPI MPC Cacao Processing Center.

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Agusan del Sur, through the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP), in partnership with DAR Agusan del Sur, conducts the activity as part of its continuing support to the Farm Business School (FBS) and Village-Level Farm-Focused Enterprise Development (VLFED) programs.

The 15 participants are ARB-members of NGPI MPC and among this year's graduating FBS students. As a beneficiary of both the FBS and VLFED programs, the cooperative is being equipped not only to strengthen its farm enterprise operations but also to transform its cacao resources into innovative, value-added, competitive, and market-ready products.

Under the existing DTI–DAR partnership, DTI-CARP complements the two programs by providing interventions in product development and market access—helping ensure that the knowledge gained by ARBs can translate into improved products and greater market opportunities.

🍫 FROM TABLEYA TO INNOVATION

The training is facilitated by Ms. Rosanna Jose Lisbos, R&D Head and Manager of Lisbos Cacao Trading, together with Mr. Tirso Lisbos, who bring industry experience, technical expertise, and practical insights on cacao processing and product innovation.

Through hands-on learning, participants are exploring ways to enhance NGPI MPC's existing DIWATA Chocolate, improve product quality and processing techniques, and develop new or improved cacao-based products with stronger market potential.

DTI Agusan del Sur Provincial Director Marson Jan S. Dolendo also joined the activity and encouraged the participants to embrace an innovative mindset—challenging them to continuously explore new ideas, improve their products, and create chocolate offerings that can compete in a changing market.

More than improving a chocolate product, CACAO INNOVATE seeks to cultivate a culture of innovation among ARBs—encouraging them to look beyond traditional cacao tableya production and recognize the potential of cacao as a raw material for developing higher-value products and creating new market opportunities.

Because innovation begins when producers start asking: “What else can we create from what we already have?” 🍫✨

Through the continuing convergence of DTI, DAR, and NGPI MPC, the journey moves from cacao production → tableya → product innovation → value-adding → market readiness—creating more opportunities and more value for AgSurnon agrarian reform communities.

27/07/2026

💙❤💚✨ Happy 45th Anniversary DTI.

✨45 years of meaningful public service, and the journey continues.

DTI Agusan del Sur joins the nationwide celebration of the 45th Anniversary of the Department of Trade and Industry with the theme:

"45 Years Sapphire Legacy: Integrity that Endures, Service that Transforms."

May we continue to uphold integrity, deliver excellent service, and create lasting impact for every Filipino.

Happy 45th Anniversary, DTI Philippines! 🇵🇭

08/07/2026

ATM | DTI Agusan del Sur, through the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP), is currently conducting the "Digital Marketing & E-Payments: Level Up Your Business Profile Online with the Power of AI and a Wallet-Free & Worry-Free E-Payment for Business" today, July 8, 2026, at the Negosyo Center Trento, Agusan del Sur.

The training brings together 20 Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) from Trento and Bunawan in partnership with DAR Agusan del Sur, equipping them with practical digital marketing, AI-powered content creation, online business optimization, and e-payment skills to help expand their market reach and strengthen their digital presence.

Together, DTI and DAR continue to empower agrarian entrepreneurs through digital innovation.

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10/06/2026

The algorithm wanted engagement.. so here’s your word puzzle. Let’s see who solves it before the ending. 📱🔎

Here’s a hint: the answer is exactly what you’ll find when you visit the Pighinang Tu Agsurnon: 2026 Naliyagan Festival Edition Trade Fair!

From unique local crafts to incredible flavors, come celebrate and support our very own Agusan del Sur MSME products.

See you on June 11-17, 2026 at Datu Lipus Makapandong Cultural Center, Booth #312-317.

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

✨ Experience the best of proudly AgSurnon-made products at Booth 314-315: Pighinang Tu AgSurnon!

DTI-CARP Agusan del Sur, in partnership with DAR Agusan del Sur, proudly joins the “Pighinang tu AgSurnon: Palaru tu AgSur 2026 Trade Fair featuring products from our Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs). 🌾🛍️

Discover locally produced goods, delicacies, processed food products, native crafts, and more — all made with passion and pride by our hardworking ARBs. Support local enterprises and bring home authentic Agusan del Sur products!

📍 Visit us at:
Booth 315, Ethno Village, Naliyagan Grounds
Patin-ay, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur

Together, let us empower local communities by supporting ARB products and celebrating the rich culture and craftsmanship of Agusan del Sur. 💚💛❤️

14/05/2026

🌾✨ Looking for proudly local products produced by AgSurnon Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs)? Discover quality farm products and community-made goods at the 𝐏𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐮 𝐀𝐠𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐧: 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐨 𝐓𝐮 𝐀𝐠𝐬𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 located at Ethno Village, Booth No. 314–316.

Featuring proudly made products from Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) and Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organizations (ARBOs), showcasing the rich flavors, craftsmanship, and livelihood products of Agusan del Sur communities.

Every purchase directly supports local farmers, ARBs, and ARBOs while helping strengthen sustainable livelihoods, empower local enterprises, and promote community development. 🌱💚

🛒 Can’t visit the booth? You may also conveniently order online through the Peddlr Link: bit.ly/PighinangTuAgsurnon and MAGDISHOP Apps for easier access to your favorite local products.

📍 Visit us at Booth No. 314–316, Ethno Village
See you at Pighinang Tu Agsurnon: Palaro Tu Agsur Edition Trade Fair 2026!