25/05/2026
๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ-๐๐๐ฌ๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ ๐๐ค๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฌ ๐๐ก๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ก ๐๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐๐ข ๐๐๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ ๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ฉ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ
The Municipality of Tubungan successfully conducted a three-day Community-Based Training on Bonsai Making and Ginger Product Development for former rebels, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and other marginalized sectors from May 18 to 20, 2026, at Deocampos Inland Resort. The initiative gathered participants from various barangays to strengthen livelihood skills and promote sustainable community development.
The program was designed to provide residents with practical knowledge and sustainable economic opportunities through specialized technical training. A total of 20 participants joined the program, with 10 trainees focusing on Bonsai Making and 10 on Ginger Product Development.
The event opened with formal registration, followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, an opening prayer, and the singing of the Tubungan Hymn. Mrs. Emelyn E. Tano, MGADH-I and Municipal Public Employment Service Office Head, provided an activity overview, highlighting the vital role of livelihood programs in strengthening community participation and expanding economic prospects. Opening remarks were also delivered by Hon. Fretz Anthony Talento, SB Member, Chairman Committee on Labor and Employment, emphasizing the municipalityโs continued commitment to skills development and inclusive community empowerment.
Messages of support were delivered by Hon. Roquito G. Tacsagon, Municipal Mayor; 2LT Lyn S. Grapa, Assistant Civil-Military Operations Officer, 61IB, representing LTC Jekyll Julian D. Dulawan, Commanding Officer, 61IB; and Mrs. Diademm Pearl Tamara, Municipal Social Welfare and Development Officer (MSWDO). The speakers emphasized the importance of collaboration between the local government and partner agencies in empowering communities through strategic skills development.
The training sessions were conducted simultaneously by expert trainers. Cpl. Jaymar P. Consulta (INF) PA and Cpl. Roger Escala (INF) PA facilitated the Bonsai Making course, guiding participants through essential techniques in pruning, shaping, wiring, and plant maintenance. Meanwhile, food technologist Ms. Leah Danasco led the Ginger Product Development training, where participants learned methods in processing, handling, and producing value-added ginger products.
Throughout the three-day activity, participants engaged in hands-on demonstrations and workshops aimed at strengthening practical skills and fostering entrepreneurial creativity. The curriculum encouraged the use of locally available resources to support the development of small-scale livelihood enterprises.
The closing program recognized the achievements of the trainees and the collective contributions of the organizers and partner agencies. Insights from the Local Government Unit were provided by Mrs. Emelyn E. Tano, Mrs. Diademm Pearl Tamara, and Ms. Marjorie Tacardon, Municipal Agriculturist.
Partner agencies also shared their expertise, with Ms. Luna Bela-Ong, Development Management Officer III, discussing key components of product costing and pricing. Additional messages were delivered by 1LT Lady Charmaine Maguad of the Philippine Army Finance Service.
Certificates of completion were awarded to the trainees, while recognition was also given to the resource speakers and partner agencies for their invaluable support. During the impression-sharing segment, Marilou Sombilon, a person with disability dependent from Barangay Balicua, and Monsino Tacaisan from Barangay Igtuble shared their experiences in the Bonsai Making track, while Seth Talaman from Barangay Igpaho reflected on his learning in the Ginger Product Development sessions.
The trainers concluded by encouraging participants to consistently practice their newly acquired skills and apply them as sustainable livelihood opportunities within their respective communities. The program transitioned into โways forwardโ from Mrs. Emelyn E. Tano, Ms. Luna Bela-ong, and Cpl. Jaymar Consulta, emphasizing continued support and the importance of sustaining and further developing the outcomes of the training through community-based application.
This three-day program reflects the municipalityโs commitment to empowering its residents through skills enhancement, economic development, and strong community partnerships.
