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Office of the City Agriculturist, Zamboanga City, Tumaga Road, Tetuan, Zamboanga City (2026)

17/09/2026

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗗𝗔𝗬 & 𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧, 𝗦𝗜𝗥 𝗔𝗕𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗢 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗣𝗜𝗢 𝗜𝗜𝗜! 🎉

The Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA) warmly extends its heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes on your retirement, Mr. Abelardo Carpio III, Agricultural Field Officer of the Ayala District.

As you celebrate another year of life and begin a new chapter in your journey, we express our sincere gratitude for your years of dedicated service, commitment, and valuable contributions to the agricultural sector and the communities you have served.

May your retirement bring you more time to enjoy life, pursue the things you love, and create wonderful memories with your family and loved ones. May you continue to be blessed with good health, happiness, peace, and countless beautiful moments.

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗦𝗶𝗿 𝗔𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗼! Your dedication and service will always be remembered and appreciated.

With warmest wishes,
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁 (𝗢𝗖𝗔)

16/09/2026

𝗢𝗖𝗔 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗖 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡, 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡, 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳–𝟮𝟬𝟯𝟬 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚|

The Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA), headed by City Agriculturist Arben E. Magdugo, facilitated the Strategic Management Planning of the City Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management Council (CFARMC), led by Chairperson Lilia M. Nuño, on September 10–11, 2026, at the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) IX Conference Hall, R.T. Lim Boulevard, Cawa-Cawa, Zamboanga City.

The activity resulted in the crafting of the CFARMC’s Vision, Mission, and Core Values, emphasizing its role in protecting, conserving, and responsibly utilizing aquatic resources while empowering fisherfolk communities. BFAR IX resource person Atty. Christopher Ignacio described the activity as a significant step toward developing a proactive council for a progressive fisheries sector and strengthened fisherfolk communities.

The Council also prepared its Action Plan for Calendar Year 2027–2030, led by Ramil G. Valente, Chief of the OCA Planning Division. A participatory SWOT analysis was conducted to assess the Council’s current situation and identify priority areas for improvement.

The action plan focused on sustainable fisheries resource management; fisheries law enforcement and governance; coastal and aquatic ecosystem protection; climate change adaptation and resilience; fisheries enterprise and livelihood development; market development and value chain strengthening; fisheries production; infrastructure and post-harvest development; and institutional strengthening and capacity building.

Also in attendance were Irish B. Mamhot, Planning Officer of BFAR IX; Hon. Joselito A. Macrohon, Chairperson of the Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries; Dr. Godofredo T. Oliveria, Chief of OCA-Fisheries and Regulatory Services Division; Evelyn M. Salve, Head of the Fisheries Extension Service Section; Agricultural Field Officers; District Fisheries Coordinators; and CFARMC officers.

The activity strengthened collaboration among the OCA, BFAR IX, CFARMC, and other stakeholders in advancing sustainable fisheries management and improving the welfare of fisherfolk communities in Zamboanga City.

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(Photo by Hizel Sioko)

15/09/2026

𝗢𝗖𝗔 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗦 𝗨𝗕𝗘 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘|

The Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA), headed by City Agriculturist Arben E. Magdugo, conducted a meeting on ube production and development on September 15, 2026, at the OCA Conference Room, Zamboanga City.

The meeting was held in coordination with Dr. Elderico Tabal, Dean of the College of Agriculture, to discuss possible strategies and initiatives related to ube production, development, and promotion.

The meeting served as an avenue for the OCA and the College of Agriculture to exchange ideas, explore potential areas of collaboration, and strengthen efforts toward the development of the local agricultural sector.

The initiative highlights the OCA’s continuing commitment to fostering partnerships with academic institutions and stakeholders in promoting agricultural innovation, improving crop production, and creating sustainable opportunities for local farmers.

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(Photo by Arceli Mia)

15/09/2026

𝗞𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗪𝗔 𝗢𝗡 𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗘𝗟𝗦 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗛 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗔. 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦|

The Kadiwa on Wheels activity was conducted in Barangay Sta. Maria, near the Parish Church, providing residents with convenient access to fresh, nutritious, and quality agricultural products at affordable prices.

The activity was supported by the Department of Agriculture, headed by Chief Ma. Teresa Mangulad and her staff, together with the Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA) Agribusiness Division, headed by Division Chief Daniel Espiritusanto and his staff.

Through Kadiwa on Wheels, consumers were able to purchase fresh produce directly from local farmers, while farmers gained an additional venue to market their products, generate income, and strengthen their livelihoods.

The initiative reflects the continuing efforts of the DA and OCA to make affordable and nutritious food more accessible to communities across Zamboanga City.

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(Photo by Antoni Agbayani)

15/09/2026

𝙃𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙗𝙞𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙙𝙖𝙮, 𝙢𝙖'𝙖𝙢 Ellene Marcial! 🥳

May today bring you endless smiles and unforgettable memories.

𝙃𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙖𝙮.

14/09/2026

𝗕𝗙𝗔𝗥 𝗜𝗫 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗨𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝟭.𝟰𝟱 𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗣 𝗙𝗥𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗦|

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) IX together with the Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA) through the Fisheries and Regulatory Services Division, distributed a total of 1,450,000 pieces of shrimp fry to 100 fishpond operators from Agricultural Districts I to VI on September 7, 2026.

The distribution aims to support fishpond operators by providing quality shrimp fry for their production activities, thereby contributing to increased aquaculture productivity and improved livelihood opportunities for local fisherfolk.

The initiative is part of the continuing efforts of BFAR IX and OCA to boost fisheries and aquaculture production, strengthen the local fisheries sector, and contribute to food security and economic development.

Through the provision of production inputs such as shrimp fry, the program seeks to encourage fishpond operators to maximize their production potential and contribute to the overall growth of the fisheries industry in the region and the country.

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(Photo by Evelyn Salve)

14/09/2026

𝗢𝗖𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚|

The Lumbayao Mercedes Rural Improvement Club (RIC) conducted a training and hands-on demonstration on Banana Chips Processing for 25 RIC members at Sitio Lumbayao, Mercedes, Zamboanga City.

The activity was initiated by the RIC Coordinators from the Culianan District, namely Ms. Larnie Enroquez, Ms. Jenny Rose Francisco, and Ms. Kaecy Joy Alviar, in coordination with the Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA) through the Institutional Building and Development (IBD) Division.

The training and hands-on demonstration were facilitated by Mr. Beejay Bernadas and Ms. Reewin Santander, IBD Division Staff, who guided the participants through the various stages of banana chips production. The demonstration covered the selection and preparation of bananas, slicing, frying, and proper packaging of the finished product.

The activity also highlighted the importance of Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure safe and quality food products. Participants were oriented on proper sanitation, personal hygiene, safe food handling, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the processing and packaging stages.

Through the hands-on activity, the RIC members were able to strengthen their practical skills in food processing and agricultural value-adding, equipping them with knowledge and techniques that may support their livelihood activities and contribute to potential product development.

The initiative underscores the OCA’s continuing efforts to empower RIC members through skills development and livelihood-oriented training, while promoting the productive utilization and value-adding of locally available agricultural products.

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(Photo by Reewin Santander)

14/09/2026

𝙃𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙗𝙞𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙙𝙖𝙮, 𝙢𝙖'𝙖𝙢 Mischelle Alipio! 🥳

May today bring you endless smiles and unforgettable memories.

𝙃𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙖𝙮.

12/09/2026

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗕𝗔 𝗪𝗘𝗘! 🥳

The Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA) extends its warmest birthday greetings to Regional Technical Director Melba Wee of the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office IX.

May this special day bring you abundant blessings, good health, happiness, and continued success in your service to the agriculture sector. Your leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to supporting our farmers and fisherfolk continue to inspire and make a meaningful difference in our communities.

May you be blessed with renewed strength and wisdom as you continue to lead and champion programs that contribute to a stronger, more sustainable, and resilient agricultural sector.

𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗖𝗔 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆! 🌾💚

11/09/2026

𝗢𝗡𝗘-𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣 𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗧 𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗢 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗞|

The Curuan and Tumaga Agricultural Field Offices with the Fisheries and Regulatory Services Division (FRSD) led by Asst. Division Chief Marinneth Galleron and in collaboration with the City Treasurer’s Office, Zamboanga City Maritime Police Station (ZCMARPSTA), Philippine Coast Guard, and the Barangay Councils of Panubigan, Dita, and Mariki, successfully conducted a One-Stop Shop Boat Licensing Activity on August 25, September 8, and September 10, 2026, respectively.

The three-day activity assessed and received a total of 116 applications for Permit to Operate (PTO) for Municipal Fishing Vessels, providing boat owners and fisherfolk with a more convenient and coordinated way of processing their applications.

Through the one-stop-shop arrangement, Fisherfolk were able to have their documents evaluated and processed by the concerned offices and partner agencies in one venue.

The initiative aimed to reduce the time, transportation expenses, and other costs incurred by fisherfolk in processing their documents, while making government services more accessible to fishing communities.

Moreover, this activity strengthen compliance with existing fishery laws, rules, and regulations, particularly City Fisheries Ordinance No. 2002-89, as amended by City Ordinance No. 2005-133. Proper documentation and licensing of municipal fishing vessels operating within the city's coastal waters are essential in promoting safe, orderly, and responsible fishing activities.

The successful conduct of the One-Stop Shop Boat Licensing demonstrates the continued collaboration among the City Government, national government agencies, barangay councils, and other stakeholders in addressing the needs of the local fishing sector.

The City Government of Zamboanga, through the Office of the City Agriculturist and its partner agencies, continue to uphold its commitment to “Ta Dale Buen Servicio na Maga Pescadores” bringing better, accessible, and responsive government services closer to every fisherfolk in Zamboanga City.

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