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A development program funded by DA-Bureau of Agricultural Research and being implemented by the Department of Agriculture RFO 8, focused on empowering farmers and driving sustainable agricultural growth in Eastern Visayas.

21/09/2026

The SCALE UP Program of DA-RFO 8 conducted an Agroecosystem Analysis (AESA) for Capsicum (Sweet Bell Pepper) at the FFS demonstration site in Brgy. Haguikhican, Naval, Biliran. The activity was supervised by the SCALE UP staff in coordination with the LGU Naval Agricultural Technician, with the participation of the Farmer Facilitator, FFS Enrollees and Farmer Cooperators.
The AESA activity focused on monitoring the crop’s growth and development, as well as identifying pest, disease, nutrient, water, and other field conditions that may affect crop performance.

20/09/2026

🌾𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗲𝗿, 𝗟𝗲𝘆𝘁𝗲!🌾

The Department of Agriculture RFO VIII, through the SCALE UP Program, successfully conducted Crop Cut Activities across the Project Technology Demonstration (PTD) sites in Javier, Leyte.

The activity was carried out through the active cooperation of the Lead Farmer Technicians, Farmer Facilitators, and Farmer Cooperators, with the assistance of the Javier Municipal Agriculturist Office.🌾🤝

14/09/2026

🌱 Strengthening Partnerships, Empowering Farmers! 🤝🌾

A successful Farmer Field School (FFS) Launch and Ceremonial MOU Signing in Maasin City, Southern Leyte marking another meaningful step toward stronger collaboration, knowledge sharing, and sustainable agricultural development.

Our sincere appreciation to Mayor Luz V. Mercado, City Agriculturist Engr. Julius Monge , SP Member, Committee Chairman in Agriculture and Fisheries Hon. Eliseo B. Costillas, OIC Head, DA-RFO8 -Research Division Ma’am Alicia Dagami Bulawan , OIC-RTD for Research and Regulations Engr. Leonarda A. Londina, PhD, Sr. SRS Ma'am Lovely C. Honor, Sr. SRS Ma'am Shiela Marie M. Daclag and SRS II Ma'am Mona Liza B. Ruiz for their invaluable support and commitment to advancing the SCALE-UP Program.

Together, we cultivate not only crops, but also knowledge, resilience, innovation, and a stronger future for our farmers. 🌱💚

SCALE-UP: Growing Partnerships. Empowering Farmers. Transforming Agriculture. 🌾🤝

11/09/2026

𝗜𝗖𝗬𝗠𝗜: 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗴𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗼, 𝗔𝗯𝘂𝘆𝗼𝗴

Led by Dr. Justine Bennette H. Millado, the VSU Department of Pest Management conducted a site visit to Cagbolo, Abuyog, for an Asiatic Palm Weevil (APW) monitoring.

Cagbolo, Abuyog, a SCALE UP beneficiary, recently received livelihood training on macapuno strips production. However, during a harvesting training session, characteristic signs of APW damage were suspected. APW is a highly destructive and emerging pest of coconut and macapuno trees, and early detection is critical to enable a quick response and prevent extensive damage and further spread.

During Dr. Millado's visit, it was confirmed that APW had caused the death of several coconut trees belonging to Mr. Benjamin. Damage was also observed in the neighboring barangay of Mahagna, Abuyog, which is also under the SCALE UP Program.

Dr. Millado then provided brochures on APW identification and management to be distributed for awareness. Coordination with the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) is also being planned to control the pest's spread and manage the resulting damage.

27/08/2026

𝗙𝗙𝗦 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗲𝗿, 𝗟𝗲𝘆𝘁𝗲

As part of the Farmer Field School (FFS) activities in Javier, Leyte, farmer-participants took part in a hands-on training on the preparation of Fermented Lacto Bacillus, Super Calcium, and Soil Nutrient Enhancer.

The activity was led by Ms. Maria April Bayot of the SRI Project Team, who guided the farmers through the proper preparation and utilization of these locally available materials.

The hands-on session aimed to equip farmers with practical knowledge on utilizing locally available materials to support soil health, reduce dependence on external inputs, and promote sustainable rice production.🌾🍃

27/08/2026

Farmer's Field School activity on Rice Production held in Barangay Bugas, Borongan City, Eastern Samar on August 26, 2026.

Agro-Ecosystem Analysis (AESA) data collection and data presentation of findings was conducted by farmer participants and facilitated by City Agriculture and SCALE UP Program of DA RFO8.

Two special topics on Rice Morphology and Phases and Stages of Rice was discussed by the City Agriculturist Mr. Macario A. Gabornes.

20/08/2026

𝗜𝗖𝗬𝗠𝗜: 𝗣𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗯𝘂𝘆𝗼𝗴, 𝗟𝗲𝘆𝘁𝗲

Two back-to-back trainings on Pest Management were successfully conducted on August 12 and 19, 2026 at Paguite, Abuyog, Leyte, as part of the Farmer Field School on Vegetable Production program.

Dr. Brenda Almeroda, Senior Science Research Specialist of Abuyog Experiment Station, led the first training session focusing on Integrated Pest Management and Biological Control Agents (BCAs) produced by the DA-RFO8. It was emphasized that these BCAs are available for farmer distribution upon request and as long as supplies last.

Mr. Melvince R. Martirez, Instructor from the VSU Department of Pest Management, facilitated the second session focusing on common vegetable diseases and their control. The training also included discussions on chemical safety and handling, with farmers reminded that chemical interventions should remain a last resort in Integrated Pest Management.

18/08/2026

Learning, assessing and connecting! From engaging lectures and AESA activities to pre- and post-tests, every moment was filled with joyful interactions , meaningful learning and shared experiences with the farmers in PIFAS FARM at Brgy. Pamahawan, Bontoc, Southern leyte🌾🧑‍🌾🌱

15/08/2026

𝗙𝗙𝗦 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: 𝗦𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗲𝗿, 𝗟𝗲𝘆𝘁𝗲

Farmer-participants of the Farmer Field School (FFS) in Javier, Leyte underwent hands-on training on proper soil sampling and the use of soil test kits held last Thursday at Brgy. Binulho.

The soil sampling session was facilitated by Mr. Edmond Odon, Agriculturist I of the Regional Soils Laboratory, who guided the farmers on the proper methods of collecting soil samples. This was followed by a Soil Test Kit (STK) training facilitated by Mr. Jayvee de la Torre, Registered Chemist from the Soils Laboratory, providing farmers with practical knowledge on assessing soil conditions.

The activity was successfully conducted through the support of the Municipal Agriculture Office of Javier, particularly in providing transportation assistance to the farmer-participants from Brgy. Ulhay.

🌱Empowering farmers with knowledge for healthier soils and more productive farms!🌾

UP

13/08/2026

Field Visit. Shared knowledge. Stronger farmers. 🧑‍🌾🌾

With our committed Farmer Facilitators from Maasin City, Southern Leyte - SCALE UP in action💚

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Kanhuraw Hill
Tacloban City
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+639297059682

Website

http://easternvisayas.da.gov.ph/

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